> Hi, > > I would like to write a script that would > output to the screen the latest contents of a log, > and continue to do so until I abort the script. > > For example, > I have squid running, and would like to see the latest additions > to the /var/log/squid/access.log as it takes place. > > Something like typing the "tail" command over and over again or something. > > Is this possible? > If its quite complicated, please point me to a nice script > place on the web where I can learn about simple scripts. > > Thanks > Mike
check out logcheck. HTH, Brooks