This article explains what a LOG file is and how to open a LOG file or convert it to another format.
How to create a log file: tutorial
A file with the LOG extension, sometimes also called a log file, is used by various software and operating systems to keep track of something that has happened, usually complete with an event detail, date and time. It can actually be used for anything the application sees fit to write down.
For example, antivirus software can write information to a LOG file describing the results of the last scan, such as which files and folders were checked or skipped, and which files were marked as containing malicious code.
A file backup program can create a LOG file that you can open later to view a previous backup job, read any errors, or see where the files were stored.
