The IBM Development and test cloud is currently in Beta, which means you can sign up and try out its services for free. A pre-configured SLES based Informix appliance image which contains similar components to the VMware based Informix virtual appliances is available for use in the Developer in the cloud .

 

If you are interrested in finding out more about the Informix image, a good way to start is by signing up for an account, starting an instance, and then viewing the recently uploaded video showing the Informix Virtual Appliance Cloud Demo...