How can PHP developers securely access and display error logs in a browser without compromising server security?

PHP developers can securely access and display error logs in a browser by setting up a separate directory for error logs outside the web root, ensuring that the logs are not accessible to the public. They can then create a PHP script that reads the error logs and displays them in a browser using proper error handling techniques to prevent any security vulnerabilities. 

<?php
// Set the path to the error log file outside the web root
$errorLogFile = '/path/to/error.log';

// Check if the user is authorized to view the error logs
// Add your authentication logic here

// Read the error log file
$errorLogs = file_get_contents($errorLogFile);

// Display the error logs in a secure way
echo htmlentities($errorLogs);
?>

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