It has been years since I have run any flavor of linux (probably about 10) I always seem to default to Slackware. Last time I had it up I believe I used a different logging system other then what is installed when you setup Slackware.I can`t remember the reason or thought process behind it though.

My question is would the default logging be good enough or would i be wise to switch to syslog-ng or other logging system that has come along in past 10 years. The install is a dedicated computer with single boot to Slackware only used on Lan for storage ftp/ssh into it and so on. I do this instead of getting involved in any type of gaming etc.

Any help on the matter would be greatly appreceated. Thank You in advance

I have always found Slackware's default logging system to be sufficient to my needs.

See man syslog for more.

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Thank you for you're response. Going through the manual now.