What does the log forwarder configuration specify?

The log forwarder configuration is essential in determining which logs get forwarded from the source device to a designated destination, such as FortiAnalyzer or another logging server. This feature allows users to control and manage log data effectively, focusing on specific events or types of logs that are relevant for analysis, compliance, or security monitoring.

By configuring the log forwarder to specify the types of logs that need to be forwarded, organizations ensure that they are capturing only pertinent information, which can help reduce bandwidth usage and simplify log management. This control is particularly important in environments where numerous devices generate vast amounts of log information, making it crucial to filter out unnecessary data.

In contrast, the other options do not accurately describe the primary function of the log forwarder. Quality of service parameters relate to the performance aspects of data transmission rather than the content of logs. The storage location of logs pertains to where logs are archived rather than how they are forwarded. Backup options for logs deal with data redundancy and recovery but do not influence which logs are sent to a remote destination. Thus, specifying which logs get forwarded is the primary role of the log forwarder configuration.