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Document Logstash's file descriptors usage, limits and sizing guidance#18584

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@jsvd jsvd commented Jan 16, 2026

This commit adds documentation about the consumption of file descriptor usage in Logstash, from plugins to PQ/DLQ.
Then warns about the limits set by the Operating Systems, how to consult and raise them.
Finally, provides recommendations on how to set a reasonable limit for production environments.

fixes #18583

@jsvd jsvd requested a review from karenzone January 16, 2026 11:47
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This pull request does not have a backport label. Could you fix it @jsvd? 🙏
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@jsvd jsvd requested a review from robbavey January 20, 2026 12:03
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Document the configuration of file descriptors in Logstash

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