log file
Definition
File that records the activity on a Web server.
Information
Log files yield information such as which files are requested, when
files are requested, who requested them, and where they were referred from.
The raw log file information can be helpful if you are looking for
specific information, but log file analysis software helps one to quickly
and easily view high-level trends. Log analyzers vary greatly in detail and
flexibility. Luckily, many companies offer free trial periods so you
can determine if the product fits your needs. Some companies even offer their log analyzers as freeware.
Synonyms
"logs"
Related Terms
search engine optimization, Web site traffic
Sites
W3.org : Extended Log File Format
Google Directory : Site Management : Log Analysis
Yahoo : WWW: Servers : Log Analysis Tools
Articles
Log File Lowdown
webmonkey (June 15, 2001)
Traffic-building Ideas From Your Log Files
Web Developer's Journal (April 22, 2000)
There's Gold In Them There Log Files!
WDVL (August 2, 1999)
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