Precisely. But who knows, maybe it’s my situation that’s the odd one out! I don’t think so though, and it sounds like a bit of an “issue” to me.
Yes, this has come up before, and I also tested on my system that removing the log did not upset KM before I replied, with no unexpected consequences.
I don’t think you need to worry at all (KM is not a diva!) but sure, use whatever you are most comfortable with and consider to be best practice.