• Online, Self-Paced
Course Description

Juniper Networks Junos OS differentiates itself from other network device operating systems by being fully modular and focusing on separation of control and data plane. These combine to give Junos OS its high-performance and reliability characteristics. This course covers the architecture of Junos OS and how to get started with configuration. This course is one of a series of Skillsoft courses that cover the objectives for Juniper Networks exam JN0-102. This exam completes the requirement for the certification Juniper Networks Certified Associate - Junos (JNCIA-Junos).

Learning Objectives

Junos Devices

  • start the course
  • describe the features of Junos OS
  • list the families of switches that run Junos OS
  • list the families of routers that run Junos OS
  • list the families of security devices that run Junos OS
  • list the notable other devices that run Junos OS

Junos OS Architecture

  • describe the basic architectural features of Junos OS
  • describe the unique modular architecture of Junos OS and the benefits this brings
  • describe the separation of control and forwarding duties in Junos OS
  • describe the control plane in network theory and how this relates to the routing engine in Junos OS
  • describe the forwarding plane in network theory and how this relates to the packet forwarding engine in Junos OS
  • describe the use of protocol daemons in Junos OS

Traffic Processing

  • describe the traffic flow management features of Junos OS
  • describe transit traffic processing in Junos OS
  • describe the concept of exception traffic and how this is handled in Junos OS

CLI Basics

  • access basic CLI functionality in Junos OS
  • access CLI modes in Junos OS
  • navigate the CLI in Junos OS
  • get help in the CLI in Junos OS
  • filter output from the CLI in Junos OS

Working with Configuration Files

  • compare active and candidate configurations in Junos OS
  • revert to a previous configuration state in Junos OS
  • modify, manage, and save configuration files in Junos OS
  • view, compare, and load configuration files in Junos OS

J-Web Interface

  • use the configure tab in J-Web for Junos OS
  • use the troubleshoot tab in J-Web for Junos OS
  • use the maintain tab in J-Web for Junos OS
  • use the monitor tab in J-Web for Junos OS

Practice: Basic Configuration

  • access the CLI and J-Web interfaces and perform basic configuration in Junos OS

Framework Connections

The materials within this course focus on the Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs) identified within the Specialty Areas listed below. Click to view Specialty Area details within the interactive National Cybersecurity Workforce Framework.