CompleteFTP's Administration Log is a vital feature designed to empower users with the ability to trace all configuration changes made within the application. This logging capability ensures that administrators can monitor, audit, and, if necessary, roll back changes, providing an additional layer of oversight and control over the system's configuration.
The Administration Log is a text file located at:
C:\ProgramData\Enterprise Distributed Technologies\Complete FTP\Logs\Config.log
When you open the Config.log file, you'll find a chronologically ordered record of all configuration changes. Each entry in the log is separated by a blank line, making it easier to distinguish between individual events.
Each log entry begins with a timestamp indicating when the change was made, followed by the server's name, various details about the change, and, finally, the identity of the user who made the change. If a change was recorded by the server itself, the user will be denoted as (server).
To understand the changes recorded in the log:
The Administration Log captures changes to various configuration entities within CompleteFTP. Understanding these entities and their functions is essential for interpreting the log's content. Here's a brief overview of the primary entities:
Always ensure you back up the Config.log regularly, monitor its size, and limit its access to only authorized personnel.
The Administration Log in CompleteFTP offers a comprehensive record of configuration changes, aiding in system monitoring, auditing, and troubleshooting. Familiarity with the various configuration entities and the log's structure ensures effective use of this feature.