The OpenTelemetry Collector is an executable file that collects, modifies telemetry, and sends it to backends like New Relic, enabling observability in cloud environments.
Designed to be modular, the Collector supports customizable data pipelines for traces, logs, and metrics, consisting of essential components like receivers, processors, and exporters.
Essential components of OpenTelemetry include Receivers for data ingestion, Processors for modifying the data, Exporters for sending data to backends, and Connectors for interpipe communication.
Extensions in the Collector carry out tasks like health checks and service discovery, supporting the core functions by ensuring smooth operation without directly processing data.
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