The syslog-ng Administrator Guide

Procedure 3.7. Configuring syslog-ng on server hosts

1. Install the syslog-ng application on the host. See Chapter 4, Installing syslog-ng for details installing syslog-ng on specific operating systems.

2. Configure the network sources that collect the log messages sent by the clients and relays.

3. Create local destinations that will store the log messages, e.g., files or programs.

4. Create a log statement connecting the network sources to the local destinations.

5. Configure the local sources that collect the log messages of the syslog-ng server.

6. Create a log statement connecting the local sources to the local destinations.

7. Set filters and options (e.g., TLS encryption) as necessary.