Using Security Event Logs

If you walked into a room and things seemed odd or out of place, wouldn't it be nice if there was an entry log at the door that you could check to verify who had been in the room or when? If your keys were missing, wouldn't it be helpful if you had a log that listed out who had touched them last so you could track them down? When a security incident occurs on your computer, such as some sort of malware or system compromise, the security event logs can be very helpful in determining what happened to your computer and when. It might help you track down the individual responsible, or at least it may help you understand what happened so you can fix or undo it. That only works though if the security logging is enabled to begin with. To learn more about using security event logs for your troubleshooting and incident response, see Why Should I Use Security Event Logs?