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    Streams Overview

    Streams define how observability data is ingested, stored, indexed, and queried in OpenObserve. This guide introduces key concepts related to streams and explains how to create and use them.

    Learn more:

    • Streams in OpenObserve
    • Stream Details
    • Schema Settings
    • Extended Retention
    • Summary Streams
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