About this tag
The tag 'running' on WindowsForum.com covers a mix of topics. Several threads feature humorous or fantastical images of characters running, such as a rabbit, the Hulk, and animated figures in various settings. There are also practical discussions about Windows and software: one user asks why Task Manager is always running in Windows 11, another debates whether leaving a PC running continuously is safe, and a third seeks help with running Python scripts from the console. Additionally, a review of MP3 player headphones designed for running and biking is included. The tag thus spans both lighthearted visual content and genuine technical troubleshooting related to Windows and software.
  1. L

    Task manager always running

    Hello, friends. I am using Windows 11 version 21H2 in brazilian portuguese. My Task Manager is always running. Configuration "Remove Task Manager" is "non configured". Can someone help? Thank you.
    • laqa
    • Thread
    • brazilian configuration help portuguese running task manager windows 11
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  2. RadCaz

    To Leave On or Not to Leave On - That is the Question

    I was told once that my computer uses more energy to turn off and on than to just keep it on all the time. What say you? Can I just leave it running for a long time or will this damage my pc? What are the risks, if any?
    • RadCaz
    • Thread
    • computer energy hardware maintenance performance power risk running shutdown usage
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: General Computing
  3. K

    Windows 10 Issues Running Python Script from Console: Program Exits Unexpectedly

    Hey guys, I installed Python and I had some problems with running it form the console. It runs perfectly fine with IDLE 32 bit, but when I saved it and run from Python, it flashes and exit the program. I attached a video to show what's wrong.
    • Kevin Hu
    • Thread
    • 32-bit community console error flashes help idle installation programs python running video
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  4. News

    Review: Pyle Flextreme MP3 Player Headphones

    If you'd like to eliminate at least one required take-with for runs and bike sessions, the Flextreme provides MP3 capability inside a comfortable set of earbuds. read more Continue reading...
    • News
    • Thread
    • cycling earbuds headphones mp3 pyle flextreme review running
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Live RSS Feeds
  5. News

    Microsoft Band 2: Monitoring Current Segment Pace Instead of Overall Average Pace

    Microsoft Band 2 defaults to monitoring overall average pace on the main activity screen for Runs. If you're in training, or are just wanting to improve, change this. read more Continue reading...
    • News
    • Thread
    • activity tracking fitness microsoft band pace monitoring performance running sports technology training user guide wireless
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Live RSS Feeds
  6. GTXPlayer

    Windows 10 [CMD] Program not recognised

    I have a simple but annoying issue which is that the program I'm trying to open Is not recognised as a program or executable file. Note; I need to start the program while only using it's executable file name, because I'm trying to find Target Commands which I was told you can do by using...
    • GTXPlayer
    • Thread
    • cmd command error executable files help issues path programs running software support system target tech industry tech support troubleshooting user query windows windows forum
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: General Computing
  7. News

    Running with the Microsoft Band: Additional Accessories

    The Microsoft Band is a pretty stellar fitness tracking device, but it's not the only thing you might need to put in high mileage. read more Continue reading...
    • News
    • Thread
    • accessories fitness health microsoft band running technology tracking wearable tech
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Live RSS Feeds
  8. News

    Comparing Treadmill and Outside Running Using the Microsoft Band

    Using my favorite running app for Windows Phone, I've tested accuracy and output for the Microsoft Band. read more Continue reading...
    • News
    • Thread
    • accuracy app comparison fitness microsoft band outdoor output running treadmill windows phone
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Live RSS Feeds
  9. Junior Mares

    Windows 7 Task Manager Description "Damn2"

    In task manager, I have csr.exe and Firefox.exe running with a description of "Damn2." I don't even use Firefox, so what is this?
  10. P

    Windows 7 Searching emulater for booting Linux *.iso systems inside Win7

    Occasionally I got bootable *.iso images which contain a Linux system with some additional software. Ok, I could burn these ISO images on a CD/DVD and boot from them in order to test the software. But I could imagine that there is something like a Linux boot emulator (similar to QEMU under...
    • pstein
    • Thread
    • accessing isos boot emulator bootable dual boot dvd emulation image iso linux operating system qemu running software system testing virtual drive virtualization windows 7
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Tutorials
  11. kittycats

    Windows 7 Is it possible to change a x64 program to a x64 program?

    I have a program that can only run on 64-bit computers, and my 32-bit computer won't run it. Is there any way to convert the program to 32-bit?(there is no 32-bit version of this program). Please answer! EDIT: I made a mistake in the title. Sorry!
  12. W

    Windows 7 Waiting for background program to close

    Hi, When i shutdown my notebook, i always see that box .. Waiting for background program to close.. But i didnt' see any services in below.. how can i solve it? how can i see which service is running? thanks. wekhine
    • wekhine
    • Thread
    • background notebook programs running services shutdown system task manager troubleshooting windows
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  13. J

    Windows 7 simple "what's running" program

    Every now and then I notice my hard drive running and running. I downloaded the beta of What's running 3.0 and it is a very powerful program but is way over my head. Is there a simple program one can run to see what is going on or running on Win 7? Tks much - jb
  14. myvinyl333

    Windows 7 Firefox: What is up with it not closing?

    I get messages that say" Firefox is already running, please close before opening or restart your computer..."I wish I had not updated FF from previous versions. I have 3.62 on 3 machines and it is the same... Can't completely close out of ff. Anyone else have this issue running it on W7...
  15. R

    Windows 7 Nero 6 Failing to Launch Selected Option: Troubleshooting Tips Needed

    when I click run program, Nero then goes briefly to the option I selected, then disappears and I am left back at the Nero screen I started with. Any ideas why this might be happening? I really don't want to have to upgrade if at all possible.
  16. B

    Windows Vista Handling Update Issues Due to Running Process During Installation Uninstall

    We are using a setup.exe which launches a process. The fresh install using the setup.exe works properly. When we try to do the update from "Programs and Features", the process(for eg like notepad) is started from the setup and it keeps on running. When we try to run the update second time it...
    • bharathi1988
    • Thread
    • dependency error features fix ideas installation kill launcher management manual notepad process programs running setup software troubleshooting uninstall update windows
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  17. R

    Windows 7 Windows 7 running programs slowly

    I'm having a problem I can't seem to find a solution to. All of the Visual C++ based software that I try and run such as Frets on Fire, Ultrastar or Phun all stutter and chew up 50% of the processor time evn when they are idle. I've tried it on both the 32 bit and 64 bit versions and they both...
    • rathan47
    • Thread
    • bit version compatibility cpu affinity dual core frets on fire frustration idle performance phun processor running settings software stuttering system troubleshooting ultrastar update visual c++ windows 7
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support