System operators know the drill: as the complexity of systems scales, so does the deluge of logs. Traditionally, taming this relentless tide demands a concoction of costly tools and laborious configurations—until now. The dynamic duo of systemd-journal and Netdata is revolutionizing log management, turning what was once a Herculean task into a streamlined, powerful, and surprisingly straightforward process.

Server monitoring is a crucial technique to learn these days to work efficiently with servers. It helps optimize the performance of a server and diagnose issues productively. One useful tool used these days is Graphite, which helps monitor a server’s performance and provides graphing solutions by gaining valuable insights into your server. You can explore MetricFire’s Hosted Graphite service today by signing up for a free trial or booking a demo session.

Containerization has significantly improved the way we deploy and manage applications over the past years. It has enabled agility, scalability, and efficiency in modern software development. However, the dynamic nature of containers requires robust monitoring solutions to ensure optimal performance and reliability. In this article, we will discuss the top 10 container monitoring tools that are essential for anyone navigating the containerized landscape.

Effective system monitoring is non-negotiable in today's complex IT environments. Netdata offers real-time performance and health monitoring with precision and granularity. But the key to harnessing its full potential lies in the optimization of your setup. Let’s ensure you are not just collecting data, but doing it in the most optimal way while gaining actionable insights from it. The starting point for optimization is a robust setup.