1) Virtualization introduces new systems like virtual machine hosts that require monitoring through new logs. 2) While virtualization changes some aspects of logging, many core concepts stay the same as traditional servers still have operating systems and applications. 3) Understanding both new virtualization logs from platforms and existing logs from traditional systems is important for security, operations, and compliance in virtual environments.

1. Auditing and Logging Considerations to Ensure Compliance and Protect Virtual Server Environments Part II – Anton Chuvakin Dr. Anton Chuvakin, GCIA, GCIH, GCFA Chief Logging Evangelist, LogLogic