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    School of Information Technology

    Course : Diploma in Infocomm & Security

    Module : IT2654

    Tutorial : Syslog and Log files

    1. What is logging in Linux?

    2. Why are some benefits of logging in a computer system?

    3. What is a Linux daemon?


    How do we “see” if Linux daemons are running?
    What is the function of the rsyslog daemon in Red Hat?

    4. How can one find out where log files are kept?

    5. If we suspect the logging function is not working, what are some basic
    troubleshooting steps? (refer to the practical)

    References:
    http://www.rsyslog.com/doc/rsyslog_conf.html

    https://www.thegeekdiary.com/understanding-the-etc-rsyslog-conf-file-for-
    configuring-system-logging/

    [ THE END ]

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