Learn how to use the Logrotate program to administer, back up, and monitor log files on Linux.

The examples described in this post work on Ubuntu and related Linux systems. Other systems might use different log file and configuration file names, but the process itself should be very similar.

If you really want to see what's happening beneath the hood of your Linux distribution, you need to use log files.

Featured text from the download: HOW DO YOU VIEW THOSE LOG FILES? There are two main methods of viewing Linux log files from the command line. The first is static and the second is in real-time.

Introduction In the world of system administration, effective log management is crucial for troubleshooting, security monitoring, and ensuring system stability. Logs provide valuable insights into ...