Data generator

If you want to follow the examples that appear in the next few chapters, install the ImplementingSplunkDataGenerator demo app by following these steps:

1. Download ImplementingSplunkDataGenerator.tar.gz from the code bundle available at http://www.packtpub.com/support
2. Choose Manage apps... from the Apps menu
3. Click on the button labeled Install app from the file
4. Click on Choose File, select the file, and then click on Upload

This data generator app will produce about 16 megabytes of output per day. The app can be disabled so that it stops producing data by using Manage apps... under the App menu.