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Juniper JN0-214 Exam - Topic 5 Question 12 Discussion

Posted by Malcom on Jul 09, 2025 at 03:18 AM

You must install a basic Kubernetes cluster.

Which tool would you use in this situation?

Suggested Answer: A

To install a basic Kubernetes cluster, you need a tool that simplifies the process of bootstrapping and configuring the cluster. Let's analyze each option:

A . kubeadm

Correct:

kubeadm is a command-line tool specifically designed to bootstrap a Kubernetes cluster. It automates the process of setting up the control plane and worker nodes, making it the most suitable choice for installing a basic Kubernetes cluster.

B . kubectl apply

Incorrect:

kubectl apply is used to deploy resources (e.g., pods, services) into an existing Kubernetes cluster by applying YAML or JSON manifests. It does not bootstrap or install a new cluster.

C . kubectl create

Incorrect:

kubectl create is another Kubernetes CLI command used to create resources in an existing cluster. Like kubectl apply, it does not handle cluster installation.

D . dashboard

Incorrect:

The Kubernetes dashboard is a web-based UI for managing and monitoring a Kubernetes cluster. It requires an already-installed cluster and cannot be used to install one.

Why kubeadm?

Cluster Bootstrapping: kubeadm provides a simple and standardized way to initialize a Kubernetes cluster, including setting up the control plane and joining worker nodes.

Flexibility: While it creates a basic cluster, it allows for customization and integration with additional tools like CNI plugins.

JNCIA Cloud Reference:

The JNCIA-Cloud certification covers Kubernetes installation methods, including kubeadm. Understanding how to use kubeadm is essential for deploying and managing Kubernetes clusters effectively.

For example, Juniper Contrail integrates with Kubernetes clusters created using kubeadm to provide advanced networking and security features.


Kubernetes Documentation: kubeadm

Juniper JNCIA-Cloud Study Guide: Kubernetes Installation

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44 comments · newest first
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Rex 10 months ago
I thought dashboard was for management, not installation!
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Cassi 10 months ago
Kubeadm is the standard tool, no doubt about it.
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Angelo 10 months ago
I agree, kubeadm is the way to go.
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Jeannetta 11 months ago
Definitely kubeadm for setting up a cluster!
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Fatima 11 months ago
Wait, can you really use kubectl for installation?
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Karina 11 months ago
I’m a bit confused because kubectl apply and create seem related, but I don’t think they actually install anything.
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Charlesetta 11 months ago
I feel like I’ve seen a question like this before, and kubeadm was definitely mentioned as the installation tool.
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Youlanda 11 months ago
I remember practicing with kubectl commands, but those are more for managing resources, not installing the cluster itself.
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Blondell 12 months ago
I think kubeadm is the right choice for setting up a basic cluster, but I’m not entirely sure.
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Kris 12 months ago
Easy peasy, the answer is A. kubeadm. That's the go-to tool for setting up a basic Kubernetes cluster. I've used it a few times before, so I'm confident that's the right choice here.
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Delmy 12 months ago
I'm a bit confused by this question. I know kubectl is used for managing Kubernetes clusters, but I'm not sure if it's the right tool for actually installing a cluster. I'll have to review my notes on Kubernetes deployment tools.
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Jaime 1 year ago
Okay, I think I've got this. The question is asking for a tool to install a basic Kubernetes cluster, so the answer has to be A. kubeadm. It's the standard tool for setting up a Kubernetes cluster from scratch.
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Kaitlyn 1 year ago
Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about this one. I know kubeadm is used for Kubernetes, but I'm not sure if it's the right tool for a "basic" cluster. I'll have to think this through a bit more.
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Timothy 1 year ago
I'm pretty sure the answer is A. kubeadm is the tool used to set up a basic Kubernetes cluster.
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Chan 1 year ago
Kubeadm is the answer, no doubt. Unless you want to spend hours configuring everything by hand. Who has time for that?
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Theodora 1 year ago
Kubeadm all the way! Unless you want to manually create every single component. That's just asking for trouble.
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Queenie 1 year ago
↳ replying to Theodora
D) dashboard
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Tarra 1 year ago
↳ replying to Theodora
Definitely kubeadm, it's the best tool for setting up a basic Kubernetes cluster.
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Lenora 1 year ago
↳ replying to Theodora
I agree, kubeadm is the way to go for setting up a basic Kubernetes cluster.
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An 1 year ago
↳ replying to Theodora
A) kubeadm
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Novella 1 year ago
I have heard that some people prefer using dashboard for setting up Kubernetes clusters, but I think kubeadm is more reliable.
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Davida 1 year ago
I believe kubectl create might work as well, but kubeadm is more commonly used.
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Francene 1 year ago
Hmm, I'd have to go with kubeadm. It's the official tool for bootstrapping a Kubernetes cluster. Anything else would be overkill.
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Carlota 1 year ago
↳ replying to Francene
Yeah, kubeadm is definitely the best choice for a basic Kubernetes cluster installation.
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Annamaria 1 year ago
↳ replying to Francene
I've used kubeadm before and it's pretty straightforward for getting a cluster up and running.
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Dick 1 year ago
↳ replying to Francene
I agree, kubeadm is the way to go for setting up a basic Kubernetes cluster.
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Levi 1 year ago
I'm not sure, but I think kubectl apply could also be used for this.
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Micaela 1 year ago
Dashboard? Really? That's more for managing the cluster, not setting it up. Kubeadm is the way to go, my friend.
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Albert 1 year ago
↳ replying to Micaela
Yeah, dashboard is more for managing the cluster once it's set up.
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Glen 1 year ago
↳ replying to Micaela
Kubeadm is definitely the tool for setting up the cluster.
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Belen 1 year ago
I agree, kubeadm is the right tool for setting up a basic cluster.
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Brittani 1 year ago
I think I would use kubeadm to install the Kubernetes cluster.
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Alease 1 year ago
I'd say kubectl apply. Isn't that how you deploy resources in Kubernetes? Seems like the logical choice here.
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Heidy 1 year ago
↳ replying to Alease
I agree, kubectl apply is the way to go for deploying resources in Kubernetes. It's the logical choice for this situation.
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Katie 1 year ago
↳ replying to Alease
Yes, kubectl apply is used to deploy resources in Kubernetes. It's a good choice for setting up a basic cluster.
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Leah 1 year ago
↳ replying to Alease
D) dashboard
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Broderick 1 year ago
↳ replying to Alease
C) kubectl create
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Paris 1 year ago
↳ replying to Alease
B) kubectl apply
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Hermila 1 year ago
↳ replying to Alease
A) kubeadm
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Paola 1 year ago
Kubeadm, of course! It's the go-to tool for setting up a basic Kubernetes cluster. Easy peasy!
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Joanna 1 year ago
↳ replying to Paola
I think kubeadm is more suitable for this task.
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Amina 1 year ago
↳ replying to Paola
D) dashboard
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Phuong 1 year ago
↳ replying to Paola
Definitely kubeadm, it's the best tool for setting up a basic Kubernetes cluster.
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Nicolette 1 year ago
↳ replying to Paola
A) kubeadm
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