ngcont

ngcont is a command-line utility designed for managing and interacting with Nagios-related services and configurations. It allows users to perform various tasks related to the Nagios monitoring system directly from their terminal.

The primary functions of ngcont include checking the status of Nagios services, submitting check results, and modifying configurations. Users can query the status of hosts and services that Nagios is monitoring, providing real-time insights into the health of their IT infrastructure. This can be useful for automated scripts or for quick manual checks without needing to access the Nagios web interface.

Beyond status checks, ngcont facilitates the submission of custom check results. This capability is particularly valuable for integrating external monitoring tools or for manually reporting the status of an event that Nagios might not be directly checking. It allows for greater flexibility in how monitoring data is fed into the Nagios system.

Furthermore, ngcont can be used to manipulate Nagios configuration files. This includes enabling or disabling checks, modifying service definitions, and reloading the Nagios configuration to apply changes. This makes it a convenient tool for system administrators who prefer or require terminal-based management of their monitoring setup. The utility typically communicates with the Nagios command file to execute these actions.