What is data file and log file?

What is meant by log file?

A log file is a computer-generated data file that contains information about usage patterns, activities, and operations within an operating system, application, server or another device.

Can I delete log files?

You can remove a log file if all of the following are true: the log file is not involved in an active transaction. a checkpoint has been performed after the log file was created. the log file is not the only log file in the environment.

What is log data file in SQL Server?

A transaction log is a file – integral part of every SQL Server database. It contains log records produced during the logging process in a SQL Server database. The transaction log is the most important component of a SQL Server database when it comes to the disaster recovery – however, it must be uncorrupted.

What are log files on my phone?

Log files are just the files which shows the activities performed on the day by your mobile within the instances of time so there is no harm if you to delete them. You can use cache clear apps or go to settings/storage/cache and clear stored cache it will delet log files.