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What is a key difference between managed and self-managed node groups in AWS EKS?

AManaged node groups handle updates automatically, self-managed require manual updates

BSelf-managed node groups are only for Windows nodes

CManaged node groups cannot use spot instances

DSelf-managed node groups do not support autoscaling

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand managed node groups behavior
Managed node groups automatically handle node updates and lifecycle management.
Step 2: Compare with self-managed node groups
Self-managed node groups require you to manually update and manage the worker nodes.
Final Answer:
Managed node groups handle updates automatically, self-managed require manual updates -> Option A
Quick Check:
Managed node groups handle updates automatically [OK]

Quick Trick: Managed nodes auto-update; self-managed need manual care [OK]

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