You create an Auto Scaling Group which is used to spin up instances on demand. As an architect, you need to ensure that the instances are pre-installed with software when they are launched. What are the different ways to achieve this? (Select Two)

Answer options:

A.Add the software installation to the configuration for the Auto Scaling Group.
B.Add the scripts for the installation in the User data section.
C.Create an AMI and then create a launch configuration.
D.Ask the IT operations team to install the software as soon as the instance is launched.

Correct Answers – B and C
The instance launch`s User data section can be used to pre-configure software after the instance is initially booted.
For more information on User data, please visit the below URL-
https://docs.aws.amazon.com/AWSEC2/latest/UserGuide/user-data.html
Also, you can create an AMI or a golden image with the already installed software. Then create a launch configuration that can be used by that Auto Scaling Group.
For more information on AMIs, please visit the below URL-
https://docs.aws.amazon.com/AWSEC2/latest/UserGuide/AMIs.html