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E41 - Mastering System Monitoring: Essential Techniques and Tools
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Mastering System Monitoring: Essential Techniques and Tools | Off The Wire Podcast
Welcome back to Off The Wire Podcast!
Join Tanner and Anthony, IT executives with 35 years of experience, as they delve into the crucial topic of system monitoring. Discover why this less-than-flashy software is indispensable for maintaining reliability and preempting issues before they impact end users. Learn about the key tools available, both open-source and paid, and explore how to effectively set up your environment. Also, hear unique use cases and war stories that underscore the value of robust system monitoring. Don't forget to subscribe for more insights on tackling cybersecurity risks and technology challenges. Share with friends to help our community grow!
00:00 Introduction to Off The Wire Podcast
00:50 The Importance of System Monitoring
04:00 Key Components to Monitor
06:05 Open Source and Paid Monitoring Tools
12:36 Agent-Based vs. Agentless Monitoring
14:23 Managing Alerts and False Positives
17:49 Benchmarking and Performance Metrics
20:52 Unique Monitoring Alerts
21:29 API and Service Monitoring
22:18 VMware Snapshots and Password Expirations
23:51 User Account Monitoring
24:32 Application-Specific Monitoring
26:43 War Stories: Monitoring in Action
32:59 The Importance of System Monitoring
38:05 Final Thoughts and Takeaways
41:34 Closing Remarks and Listener Engagement
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