SAUTO Network Programmability Foundation Practice Question
You are automating Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA) configurations using NETCONF. Which protocol data store should you target to ensure your changes take effect immediately in the running configuration?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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running
In NETCONF, the 'running' data store represents the currently active configuration on the device.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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running
Why this is correct
The running data store is the active configuration currently applied to the device.
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intended
Why it's wrong here
This is not a standard NETCONF data store.
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candidate
Why it's wrong here
The candidate data store is used for staged changes that require a commit operation.
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operational
Why it's wrong here
The operational data store is for state data, not configuration.
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startup
Why it's wrong here
The startup data store is used for persistent configurations after a reboot.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Cisco exam blueprint
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