Learning Splunk - Hands-On Lab: Onboarding Linux Authentication Logs

This video tutorial guides users through the process of onboarding Linux authentication logs into Splunk. It covers configuring Splunk permissions, using Splunk apps for data enhancement, creating and monitoring indexes, and finalizing the data onboarding process. The tutorial emphasizes practical steps and provides insights into using Splunk for effective log management.

What steps are involved in creating a new index in Splunk?

How do you specify the source type for the logs being monitored?

What is the significance of the 'continuously monitor' option when adding data in Splunk?