Txlog Architecture Overview

Txlog consists of two main components:

Server Version

The server component serves as a centralized system that manages the PostgreSQL database server, functioning as a repository for transaction data while efficiently handling incoming information from multiple agent instances throughout the network.

To install and configure, follow the instructions on the Server Installation and Configuration page.

Agent Version

The agent version is a lightweight client component designed to run on RHEL-compatible Linux workstations. It monitors and collects transaction data from the DNF (Dandified YUM) package manager, then securely transmits this information to the Txlog server for centralized storage and management.

To install and configure, follow the instructions on the Agent Installation and Configuration page.

Data Flow

The data flow in Txlog follows these key steps:

1. The Txlog agent continuously monitors DNF activities on workstations, capturing all package management transactions as they occur.
2. Each transaction's metadata is parsed and structured, including package names, versions, operation types, and timestamps.
3. Using secure network protocols, the processed transaction data is encrypted and transmitted from each agent to the central Txlog server.
4. The Txlog server validates incoming data and permanently stores it in a structured format within the PostgreSQL database for analysis and auditing.

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