JN0-102 · Question #408
Which process is responsible for controlling all interfaces on a Junos device?
The correct answer is C. dcd. The dcd (device control daemon) process is the Junos OS component responsible for managing and controlling all network interfaces on a Junos device.
Question
Which process is responsible for controlling all interfaces on a Junos device?
Options
- Arpd
- Bchassisd
- Cdcd
- Dmgd
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- D3% (1)
Why each option
The `dcd` (device control daemon) process is the Junos OS component responsible for managing and controlling all network interfaces on a Junos device.
The `rpd` (routing protocol daemon) manages routing protocols and the routing table, not the direct control of interfaces.
The `chassisd` (chassis daemon) controls the physical hardware components of the router, such as sensors, power, and fans, but not the network interfaces themselves.
The `dcd` (device control daemon) is the Junos OS process responsible for controlling all device interfaces, including their configuration, operational state, and monitoring of physical and logical interfaces.
The `mgd` (management daemon) handles management interfaces, such as CLI, Telnet, and SSH access, and applies configuration changes, but it does not directly control the operational state of network interfaces.
Concept tested: Junos daemon processes (dcd)
Source: https://www.juniper.net/documentation/us/en/software/junos/junos-basics/topics/concept/junos-os-software-processes-overview.html
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