What type of data is typically monitored using a watchlist in Splunk?

A watchlist in Splunk is specifically designed to monitor data that meets particular alerting conditions. This functionality allows users to keep an eye on specific events or patterns that may warrant further investigation, ensuring that significant changes or anomalies are promptly addressed. By utilizing a watchlist, alerts can be configured based on criteria that are critical for the operational integrity or security posture of the organization.

Focusing on data that meets specific alerting conditions enables teams to streamline their monitoring efforts, ultimately enhancing responsiveness to potential threats or operational issues. This is particularly beneficial in environments where a quick reaction is needed to mitigate risks or address service disruptions.

The other options refer to aspects of data management or monitoring that do not align with the specific function of a watchlist. Archiving data may involve a different focus on storage and retrieval rather than real-time monitoring. Social media sources can provide data for analysis but do not typically serve the same purpose as a watchlist for alerting conditions. High traffic might indicate an event of interest but does not necessarily correlate with the specific condition-based monitoring inherent to watchlists.