Question

If not cleared out, log files can eventually consume a large amount of data, sometimes filling a drive to its capacity. If the log files are on the same partition as the operating system, this could potentially bring down a Linux computer. What directories (or mount points) SHOULD be configured on its own partition to prevent this from happening?

Answer 1

Answer:

/var

Explanation:

The /var subdirectory contains files to which the system writes data during the course of its operation. Hence, since it serves as a system directory, it would prevent log files from consuming a large amount of data.

Answer 2

Answer:

/var

Explanation:

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