Welcome to log-archive-cli! This tool helps you archive your system logs securely and with timestamps, all from the command line. It is lightweight and easy to use, making it suitable for anyone, regardless of their technical background.
To obtain the latest version of log-archive-cli, please visit the Releases page below:
Before downloading, ensure that your system meets the following requirements:
Visit the Releases Page
Go to the Releases page.
Choose the Latest Release
Look for the latest version of log-archive-cli. It is typically at the top of the list.
Download the File
Click on the appropriate link for your operating system. Generally, it may look like log-archive-cli-linux-amd64.tar.gz for Linux.
tar -xvzf log-archive-cli-linux-amd64.tar.gz
sudo mv log-archive-cli /usr/local/bin/
sudo chmod +x /usr/local/bin/log-archive-cli
log-archive-cli --version
If installed correctly, you should see the version number displayed.
Once installed, using log-archive-cli is simple:
Open your Terminal
You can find the Terminal application on your computer.
Run the Command
To archive your system logs, use:
log-archive-cli [OPTIONS]
Replace [OPTIONS] with any parameters you wish to include. For instance, you can specify a directory for logs or a custom timestamp. To see all available options, use:
log-archive-cli --help
Here are a few examples of how to use log-archive-cli:
/var/log/ directory:
log-archive-cli archive /var/log/
log-archive-cli archive /var/log/ --timestamp="YYYY-MM-DD"
crontab -e
Then add a line like this to run it daily at midnight:
0 0 * * * /usr/local/bin/log-archive-cli archive /var/log/
If you encounter any issues, feel free to check the Issues page. Contributions are always welcome. Check out the guidelines in the repository for how to get started.
For more information about log management and maintenance best practices, consider visiting resources like:
By following these steps and guidelines, you should have no issue installing and using log-archive-cli. Happy archiving!