AWStats is short for “Advanced Web Statistics”. It is a popular open-source analytics software designed to provide detailed insights into website traffic and usage in cPanel, and comes free with all UltimateWB web hosting plans and UltimateWB Cloud plans. The name “AWStats” reflects its advanced capabilities in analyzing web server log files and generating comprehensive statistics.
Here’s why the cPanel traffic statistics tool is called AWStats:
1. Advanced Analytics: AWStats goes beyond basic traffic tracking and provides in-depth insights into visitor behavior, geographic data, referring sites, search engine keywords, and more.
2. Web Server Log Analysis: AWStats primarily functions by analyzing the log files generated by web servers. These log files record information about each visitor’s interactions with the website, including page views, downloads, IP addresses, user agents, and more. The “Web Statistics” part of the name highlights its focus on analyzing web server logs.
3. Comprehensive Reports: AWStats generates detailed reports and visualizations based on the log file data. These reports offer a wide range of statistics, including visitor demographics, entry and exit pages, popular content, and even information about the types of browsers and devices visitors are using.
AWStats is a versatile tool for website administrators and owners who want to gain deeper insights into their website’s performance and user engagement.
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