What is MIME type "application/yang"?

A MIME type is a string that tells browsers and other tools how to handle a particular kind of file.

The MIME type application/yang indicates a file that contains a YANG data model. These files describe how network devices should be configured and managed. They use structured definitions to outline settings and rules.

The primary use is for network configuration systems. This format helps management protocols like NETCONF and RESTCONF to validate and automate device settings.

• Expresses detailed network configuration models.
• Ensures consistency in device configurations.
• Supports automation in network management.
• Helps in verifying the integrity of settings.

Files in this format typically use the YANG extension. For more details on the standards behind it, see the documentation available at IETF RFCs on YANG.

Associated file extensions

.yang

Usage Examples

HTTP Header

When serving content with this MIME type, set the Content-Type header:

    Content-Type: application/yang
  

HTML

In HTML, you can specify the MIME type in various elements:

    <a href="file.dat" type="application/yang">Download file</a>
  

Server-side (Node.js)

Setting the Content-Type header in Node.js:

    const http = require('http');
    
    http.createServer((req, res) => {
      res.setHeader('Content-Type', 'application/yang');
      res.end('Content here');
    }).listen(3000);
  

Associated file extensions

.yang