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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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- ElliottHayesIron 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).