What is one requirement for a log file to be auto-discovered?

For a log file to be auto-discovered by Dynatrace, it is essential that it has been created within a recent timeframe. This requirement ensures that the logs being analyzed are relevant and contain up-to-date information that can be useful for monitoring and troubleshooting. By requiring the log file to be created in the last week, Dynatrace can efficiently gather log files that are both fresh and pertinent to current application performance and issues.

Choosing a time frame that is too short, like within the last hour, may exclude important historical logs that could provide valuable context. Similarly, considering the age of log files, such as requiring that they exist for a minimum of one day or having a size limit, does not align with the primary focus of ensuring relevance and availability of current log data. Thus, the creation time frame ensures that the logs utilized in monitoring processes provide the most value.