Open-source monitoring and log management solutions for library IT infrastructure
These tools help library IT staff monitor servers, network devices, applications, and logs for troubleshooting, uptime tracking, and security auditing—all without expensive commercial software!
| Need | Recommended Tool | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Centralized Log Management | Graylog | Search, alerting, and dashboards for logs |
| Lightweight Log Aggregation | Grafana Loki | Integration with Grafana metrics |
| Full Observability Platform | SigNoz | Unified logs, metrics, and traces |
| Basic Server Monitoring | Monitorix | Lightweight graphs for CPU, memory, network |
Centralized Log Management Platform
Collects, indexes, and analyzes logs from multiple sources with dashboards, alerting, and powerful search capabilities for IT operations.
License: Open Source
Lightweight Log Aggregation System
Efficient log storage with lightweight indexing that integrates seamlessly with Grafana dashboards for visualization alongside metrics.
License: Open Source
Unified Observability Platform
Collects logs, metrics, and traces in one platform for holistic monitoring of applications and infrastructure with dashboards and alerting.
License: Open Source
Lightweight System Monitoring Tool
Provides graphs and metrics for system performance including CPU, memory, disk, and network usage. Lightweight and easy to deploy.
License: Open Source