How to collect Windows Server 2012 metrics
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How to collect Windows Server 2012 metrics


Summary

This Datadog article details how to monitor Windows certificate stores for expiring or invalid certificates, which can cause application outages. It explains how to use a custom Datadog check built on PowerShell to collect certificate data and create meaningful metrics & alerts. By proactively tracking certificate health, teams can prevent disruptions and maintain application availability.
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