This directory contains miscellaneous log files. Most logs must be written to this directory or an appropriate subdirectory.
The following files, or symbolic links to files, must be in
/var/log, if the corresponding subsystem is
installed:
| File | Description |
|---|---|
lastlog | record of last login of each user |
messages | system messages from syslogd |
wtmp | record of all logins and logouts |