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Log Retention
Setting DB Log Retention Parameters
Log Retention parameters govern the retention and backup of the DB-Gate history log files. In
order to preserve desk storage capacity and improve query response time, you should retain
transactions for the minimum period necessary to maintain an effective audit program. The
recommended initial settings are shown below.
To set the log retention periods:
Select 9 - Log Retention from the DB Directory Entry System Configuration screen.
The DB Log Retention screen appears as shown in Figure 9-3 on page 47 and described in
Table 9-1 on page 47.
2. Enter the parameters as defined in the table below.
3. Press Enter. After a confirmation message appears, press Enter again to save your settings.
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Figure 9-3. DB Log Retention
Table 9-1: DB Log Retention Parameters
Parameter
Description
Data retention period The number of days that the queries are retained. At the
end of this period, queries are purged from the log. Enter
99 to retain all data indefinitely.
Backup Program for
data
Enter the name of the backup program you wish to use:
*STD to use the standard backup program, or
*NONE for no backup.
Library
Enter the name of the library where the backup program
is located.
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