Host Agent Overview

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What is a Host Agent?

Host Agent is a software component that will run on your infrastructure. It will collect metrics and logs from your systems and will send that data to Middleware backend for timeseries storage.

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List of Available Host Agents

1. Kubernetes (infrastructure + Auto-Instrumentation)
2. Linux (DEB + RPM)
3. Docker based Agent

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Benefits of Host Agent based Data collection

1. Granularity and depth: Host agents provide detailed insights into host performance and behavior, collecting metrics at the system and process level.
2. Real-time monitoring: Host agents continuously collect data in real-time, enabling prompt issue detection and proactive problem resolution.
3. Low overhead: Host agents are lightweight, minimizing the impact on system resources while efficiently monitoring performance.
4. Offline operation: Host agents can collect data even without network connectivity, preventing data loss during disruptions.
5. Security and privacy: Host agents operate within the trusted boundaries of host systems, reducing exposure to external risks and enhancing data security.
6. Customizability and extensibility: Host agents offer flexibility for configuration, customization, and integration with other tools and frameworks.
7. Compatibility with legacy systems: Host agents enable data collection from non-standard systems lacking comprehensive APIs or standardized interfaces.