Introduction to Windows Task Manager

Overview

• Task Manager: A built-in system utility in Microsoft Windows OS.
  • Allows users to:
    • View and manage running processes.
    • Monitor system performance.
    • Troubleshoot issues.
  • Acts as a control center for your computer.

Key Features

Viewing and Managing Processes

• Lists all programs and processes running:
  • Applications opened by the user.
  • Background processes supporting Windows and other software.
  • System services.

Force Closing Applications

• Allows forceful closure of unresponsive programs (freezing).
• Helps regain control of the computer without restarting.

Monitoring System Performance

• Provides real-time information on:
  • CPU usage.
  • Memory usage.
  • Disk activity.
  • Network activity.
• Identifies high resource usage issues causing slowness.

Managing System Resources

• Identifies resource-heavy programs/processes.
• Helps in prioritizing and optimizing usage for multitasking or resource-intensive applications.

Controlling Startup Programs

• Views and controls programs launching at startup.
• Disables unnecessary startup programs to improve boot time and system performance.

Tracking System Performance

• Provides graphs and statistics for tracking changes over time.
• Useful for troubleshooting and monitoring system configuration changes.

Advanced Features

• Additional Tabs for Advanced Users:
  • Performance Tab
  • App History Tab
  • Users Tab
  • Details Tab
  • Provides detailed management options for specific system aspects.

Summary

• Task Manager is a valuable tool for managing and troubleshooting Windows computers.
• Offers insights into processes, performance, and resource usage.
• Provides optimization and control tools for enhancing computing experience.

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