JNCIA-DevOps Junos Automation Stack And DevOps Concepts Practice Question
A network engineer is exploring the core components of the Junos automation architecture. Which TWO components are native Junos daemons or automation frameworks directly involved in script execution or API processing? (Choose TWO)
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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jsd (Junos Script Daemon)
jsd (Junos Script Daemon) executes local SLAX and Python event scripts, and mgd (Management Daemon) processes XML/NETCONF/JSON-RPC automation requests.
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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jsd (Junos Script Daemon)
Why this is correct
jsd is responsible for running local automation scripts on Junos devices.
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snmpd (Simple Network Management Protocol Daemon)
Why it's wrong here
snmpd handles legacy SNMP polling and traps, not modern Junos automation workflows.
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sshd (Secure Shell Daemon)
Why it's wrong here
sshd handles secure shell transport connections, not script execution or Junos API parsing.
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mgd (Management Daemon)
Why this is correct
mgd handles management plane APIs, CLI inputs, and NETCONF/XML/JSON-RPC requests.
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httpd (Hypertext Transfer Protocol Daemon)
Why it's wrong here
httpd is a standard web server daemon, not a core Junos automation engine.
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