JNCIA-DevOps Junos REST API Practice Question
Which TWO configuration steps are required to enable the Junos REST API with basic security settings? (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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set system services jpagent https
To enable the REST API, you must enable the jpagent service and optionally enable HTTPS for secure transport.
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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set system netconf secure-mode
Why it's wrong here
This pertains to NETCONF, not jpagent.
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set system services jpagent https
Why this is correct
Enabling https ensures secure transport for the REST API.
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set protocols rest-api state active
Why it's wrong here
Rest-api is not configured under protocols.
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set system services jpagent
Why this is correct
Enabling jpagent starts the REST API daemon.
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set system services rest enable
Why it's wrong here
This CLI path is incorrect.
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Written and reviewed by Johnson Ajibi, MSc IT Security
Senior Network & Security Engineer · founder of Courseiva
Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Juniper Networks exam blueprint
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