Elasticsearch 7 and Elastic Stack - In Depth and Hands On! - Installing Logstash

This video tutorial guides viewers through the process of installing and configuring Logstash. It covers setting up the necessary repositories, ensuring Java Development Kit (JDK) is installed, and writing a configuration file for Logstash. The tutorial also demonstrates how to download and use an Apache access log for testing. Finally, it explains how to configure Logstash to process and output data to Elasticsearch and the console.

What command is used to update the package list before installing Logstash?

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Why is it necessary to have a Java Development Kit (JDK) installed for Logstash?

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What is the purpose of the input block in a Logstash configuration file?

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Describe the function of the filter block in Logstash.

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What is the significance of the date timestamp format in Logstash?

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How does Logstash send data to Elasticsearch and what is the role of the codec?

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What steps are involved in downloading the access log data for use with Logstash?

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