# Sandbox options

## Introduction

This section provides a set of "quick guides" that can be used during the Akamas Sandbox (see here the different [options](https://docs.akamas.io/quick-guides/readme) available).

While all the guides are meant to be self-contained, it is advised to first read this [introduction](https://docs.akamas.io/quick-guides/broken-reference) about Akamas and its [architecture](https://docs.akamas.io/quick-guides/broken-reference). You may also refer to the[ glossary](https://docs.akamas.io/quick-guides/broken-reference), when necessary.

## Akamas Sandbox options

There are two options when running an Akamas Sandbox:

1. **Akamas-in-a-sandbox (AIAS)**
   * Akamas-provided sandbox as cloud instance - no setup time
   * sample applications (e.g. Online Boutique) included in the AIAS environment as optimization targets
   * predefined optimization study and artifacts available to quickly familiarize with Akamas concepts
   * access via both UI and CLI (from your own workstation)
2. **Akamas-in-a-box (AIAB)**
   * Akamas server to be installed on your own system (server/laptop)
   * sample applications (e.g. Online Boutique) included in the AIAB package as optimization targets
   * ability to connect Akamas to your own environment to be managed.

The AIAS option is the standard one that is activated, while the AIAB option is available upon request.