What is Netdata?
Netdata is a free, open-source, real-time monitoring and troubleshooting tool for Linux systems. It provides a comprehensive view of a system’s performance, allowing administrators to identify and resolve issues quickly. With its intuitive interface and automated anomaly detection, Netdata has become a popular choice among DevOps teams and system administrators.
Main Features
Netdata offers a range of features that make it an ideal monitoring solution, including real-time monitoring, customizable dashboards, and automated alerts.
Installation Guide
Prerequisites
Before installing Netdata, ensure that your system meets the following requirements:
- Linux operating system (Ubuntu, CentOS, or RHEL)
- Python 3.6 or later
- Git version 2.17 or later
Installation Steps
Follow these steps to install Netdata on your Linux system:
- Update your package list:
sudo apt update(for Ubuntu-based systems) orsudo yum update(for RHEL-based systems) - Install the required packages:
sudo apt install -y git python3 python3-pip(for Ubuntu-based systems) orsudo yum install -y git python3 python3-pip(for RHEL-based systems) - Clone the Netdata repository:
git clone https://github.com/netdata/netdata.git - Change into the Netdata directory:
cd netdata - Run the installation script:
sudo./netdata-installer.sh
Netdata Snapshot and Restore Workflow
Creating a Snapshot
To create a snapshot of your Netdata configuration, follow these steps:
- Log in to the Netdata web interface
- Click on the