With Event Viewer, you can monitor events recorded in event logs. Typically a computer stores the Application, Security, and System logs. It could also contain other logs, depending on the computer's role and the applications installed.

• For tips about using Event Viewer, see Event Viewer Best practices.
  
• For help with specific tasks, see Event Viewer How To....
  
• For general background information, see Event Viewer Concepts.
  
• For problem-solving instructions, see Event Viewer Troubleshooting.