Episode 67 — Server Monitoring — Metrics, Logs, and Alerting Strategies

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This episode explains the purpose and methods of monitoring server health and performance. We detail common metrics, including CPU utilization, memory usage, disk IOPS, network throughput, and system uptime, and how these indicators reveal the operational status of a server. Event logs are discussed as a critical source of information for identifying errors, security incidents, and configuration changes.

The second half covers alerting strategies, such as setting thresholds that trigger notifications before a resource limit impacts performance. Real-world and exam examples include configuring centralized logging systems, tuning alerts to avoid false positives, and correlating log entries to resolve incidents. Effective monitoring is essential for both proactive maintenance and rapid response, ensuring maximum uptime and reliability. Produced by BareMetalCyber.com, where you’ll find more cyber prepcasts, books, and information to strengthen your certification path.