logString
Logstring is a term used in computing to describe the text that constitutes a single log entry in a logging system. A logstring is typically the line or payload appended to a log file or transmitted over a log stream, and serves as a record of an event, state change, or diagnostic message. In many environments, a logstring encodes key information such as a timestamp, severity level, source component, and a human-readable description of the event.
Formats vary by system. Plain text lines are common for simplicity, while structured formats such as key=value
Logstrings play a central role in operational practices. They support troubleshooting, auditing, and security monitoring, and
Examples: A plain-text logstring might look like "2025-12-11T12:34:56.789Z INFO [auth] User 'alice' logged in". A structured
See also: logging, log file, structured logging, log management, traceability.