You just got a last minute request to create a set of instances in Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI). The
configuration and installed software are identical for every instance, and you already have a running instance in your OCI tenancy. Which image option allows you to achieve this task with the least amount of effort?
Creating a custom image and using it as a template for the new instances is the option that allows you to achieve this task with the least amount of effort. A custom image is a copy of an existing instance that you can use to launch other instances with the same configuration and installed software. The other options are not suitable for this scenario, as they would require more time and effort to create and customize the instances. Reference: [Custom Images]