Question : Log shared folder activity?

What would be the best way to log data for files in a shared directory (and sub-directories) on a server?  The type of information needed would be something like this:
- File accessed
- By whom the file was accessed
- Date/Time opened
- Date/Time closed (if possible)
- Date/Time file saved

Everything is a must except the date/time the file was closed, as I believe that cannot be tracked via the network.  Is there a way to do this in Windows Server already, or must we purchase some sort of third-party software?  We're looking to go as cheaply as possible.

Answer : Log shared folder activity?

Hello wthero,

Further to the first answer, such software would be file system auditor (priced per server, free trial) which is quite good at it's job. www.scriptlogic.com

Regards,

JimboEfx