Log-file

The log file records processes running on computers and networks.
For this reason, the correct name for a log file is also a protocol file.
They serve as sources of information and help to correctly assess the current situation in a network. In the event of loss of data, errors in data transmission or a computer crash, the log file can be used to analyze or data can also be restored.
Log files can be in many different languages ??and formats and are distributed throughout the network.
For this reason, sensible administration and to enable this also the criteria of a log file management strategy should be established.
The management of log files is supported by Securety Information Management (“SIM” for short), because it is responsible for ensuring that the guidelines are managed and implemented.