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Businesses have typically had two alternatives when it comes to cloud migration. They can choose public cloud solutions that are easily available and pay-as-you-go, or private cloud options that are more customizable and adaptable. For regulatory and security concerns, a private cloud (where an organization effectively has its own cloud and data never has to leave its premises) is often required. Today, major cloud providers such as Microsoft, Amazon, and IBM are extending their use of "hybrid" models that combine the best of both worlds. Data that must be accessible quickly and frequently, such as by customers, can be stored on public AWS or Azure servers and accessed via tools, apps, and dashboards. Data that is more confidential or mission-critical can be stored on private servers with access controlled and processed using proprietary programs. Another factor fueling hybrid cloud's appeal is that many businesses are moving beyond their initial ventures into cloud compu