Issue #92 / Jul 2008

COVER STORY: check_logfiles

Log file analysis with the Nagios check_logfiles plugin

The Nagios check_logfiles plugin helps you monitor your logfiles – even if the logs rotate and change names.

COVER STORY: Nagios Traffic Light

Adding a homebuilt warning light to your data center

A clever combination of Nagios and a doityourself traffic lights lets you know how your network is feeling.

REVIEWS: BOOK REVIEWS

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REVIEWS: Gnome 2.22

Gnome 2.22 overview

The new Gnome appeared in March and includes improvements for both users and developers. We'll tell you about network-transparent filesystem access, improved usability, and new programs in the latest Gnome.

REVIEWS: GCC 4.3

GNU Compiler Collection 4.3

The latest GCC 4.3 is set to take the programming world by storm with new optimizations, experimental support for the next-generation C++ 200x standard, an optional parallelized C++ STL, and a new Java compiler courtesy of the Eclipse project.

KNOW-HOW: Flyback

Easy Backups with Flyback

The rsync-based Flyback tool automatically creates snapshots of critical directories at regular intervals – and ordinary users can restore the backup with a few easy mouse clicks.

KNOW-HOW: Adriane

The Adriane desktop for the sight impaired

The Adriane audio desktop system delivers Linux to sightimpaired users.

KNOW-HOW: Wicd Network Manager

Easy network access with Wicd

Mobile users change networks in rapid succession. Wicd quickly and conveniently manages the corresponding profiles.

KNOW-HOW: ASK KLAUS!

Klaus Knopper is the creator of Knoppix and co-founder of the LinuxTag expo. He currently works as a teacher, programmer, and consultant. If you have a configuration problem, or if you just want to learn more about how Linux works, send your questions to: klaus@linux-magazine. com

SYSADMIN: Charly's Column

The sys admin’s daily grind: phpLogCon

Using SQL to sift syslog data out of a database is an admittedly universal, but also fairly convoluted approach. phpLogCon, with its web interface, gives admins an easier option.