CompTIA Linux+ (XK0-005) — Question 160

In which of the following filesystems are system logs commonly stored?

Answer options

• A. /var
• B. /tmp
• C. /etc
• D. /opt

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A, as the /var directory is specifically designated for variable data files, including system logs. The other options, such as /tmp, are used for temporary files, /etc is reserved for configuration files, and /opt is for optional software packages, making them unsuitable for log storage.