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NetWhistler 2.6 is a easy to use Network monitoring software that offers integrated fault and performance management functionality. . This program auto-detects networks and presents them on graphical maps, which reflect up-to-the-minute device and host status. It includes powerful diagnostic tools including ping, main services (ftp, ssh, smtp, pop3, http) monitoring, portscan, email alerts, network discovery, SNMP tools (MIB browser and Trap Console for incoming SNMP traps from any SNMP-enabled device in the network ). The link for this article located at is no longer available. . This application automatically identifies connections and displays them on visual diagrams, showcasing their current conditions.. Network Monitoring, Fault Management, Performance Tools. . LinuxSecurity.com Team
"Welcome to yet another article in the series of articles dedicated to basic system maintenace and security. This time, I plan to cover the topic of logging, and why is logging a must for every serious admin, or for any system . . . . "Welcome to yet another article in the series of articles dedicated to basic system maintenace and security. This time, I plan to cover the topic of logging, and why is logging a must for every serious admin, or for any system that plans to be exposed to any kind of multi user enviroment. Before I go on further, a small suggestion you should take seriously, no matter if you plan reading or just skimming through the introduction: log everything! Yes, be paranoid, log everything you can. Now that I have said that, let's discuss it altogether... One of the main advantages of linux and other multi user systems is the logging ability. What is logging exactly? It is merely a process of creating logs, documenting and storing certain system or user activity for various reasons. Entire process and idea of logging probably came from programming, where it was useful to record events, such as program behaviour for further development, and to collect such information for future diagnostic and improvement. Same is with logging on the system level. It is, to say the least, useful to log all activities and events that took place on your system for future analysis. From a security point of view, logging serves as a proof of malicious activity or as an indicator of a potential one. Now, with linux, by default, you are equipped with a several different logging tools and utilities." The link for this article located at Help Net Security is no longer available. . Master logging techniques for system maintenance and security. Discover the importance of effective logging for system administrators.. Linux logging, system logs, security administration, diagnostic practices, multi user environments. . LinuxSecurity.com Team
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