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# [AWS Launch Template, Auto Scaling, and Load Balancer: The Essentials](https://anjudevopsjourney.hashnode.dev/aws-launch-template-auto-scaling-and-load-balancer-the-essentials?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

Auto Scaling Horizontal Scaling Horizontal Scaling (Scale-Out): Add more servers to handle more traffic. It spreads the load, improving resilience and flexibility. Vertical Scaling Vertical Scaling (Scale-Up): Increase resources (CPU, RAM) of a singl...

May 25, 2025 · 4 min read · anjudevopsjourney.hashnode.dev  
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