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JameHernandez
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Sep 03, 2024

Has anyone utilized Logger.exe or API Monitor?

I am searching for a Windows alternative to the Linux strace command, which logs system calls made by an executable. While Process Monitor is available on Windows, it lacks the ability to specifically monitor a single program and is more focused on I/O operations. I have heard about Logger.exe, which is said to be similar to strace and part of WinDbg or Windows SDK. However, I have not been able to locate Logger.exe despite installing both tools, since I lack the necessary permissions to view certain folders. Additionally, there is API Monitor, which appears to be a suitable alternative, but the latest version dates back to 2013, making me hesitant due to its age. Are there any other suggestions for a Windows equivalent of the Linux strace command?

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  • ElliottHayes's avatar
    ElliottHayes
    Iron Contributor

    Microsoft is gradually shifting focus to Windows 11, which was officially released in October 2021, but Windows 10 remains supported until October 2025 (and beyond for some editions).

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