usage

About this tag
Discussions tagged with 'usage' on WindowsForum.com focus on troubleshooting abnormal resource consumption in Windows systems. Common topics include high memory usage (e.g., 10GB out of 32GB), unexpected HDD or SSD activity causing slowdowns, CPU spikes or constant 100% usage in Task Manager, and processes like antimalware service executable or desktop window manager consuming excessive RAM. Users also debate whether leaving a PC on continuously affects energy usage or hardware lifespan, and seek advice on optimizing CPU performance for tasks like video processing. These threads provide practical tips for diagnosing and resolving performance issues related to system resource usage.
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    Odd memory usage

    My computer has been behaving strangely and in general feels pretty sluggish compared to a few weeks ago when I bought it. I have factory reset it a few times, reinstalled windows, did clean boot but nothing seemed to "unlock" it back to its full potential. I noticed how my memory just...
    • teidenzero
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    • clean boot factory reset memory performance reinstall resources sluggish troubleshooting usage windows
    • Replies: 9
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support

  2. Windows 11 Laptop using HDD and SDD to run laptop (Very slow)

    I usually use my laptop for work/study. However, recently, I noticed when I had a lot of tabs open, my laptop was lagging and becoming very slow. I was quite shocked because this had not happened before and my laptop always used to run smoothly (unless there was a majorly demanding software I...
    • Gunnj88
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    • dell hdd image intel lagging laptop optimization performance ram slow ssd storage study system type task manager tech support troubleshooting usage windows work
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support

  3. 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
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    • computer energy hardware maintenance performance power risk running shutdown usage
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: General Computing

  4. Windows 10 Does antimalware service executable and desktop window manager usually to take so much memory?

    I was experiencing some lag so i decided to open task manager to see what was going on and i saw that antimalware service executable and desktop window manager taking so much memory. I was pretty confused and tried to fix it but most methods on youtube didnt fix it. Right now antimalware service...
    • hiperarchy
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    • antimalware confusion desktop executable fix issues lag manager memory method optimization performance process resources services task usage windows youtube video
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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    Windows 10 Why doesn't my cpu work at 100% for a lengthy big job?

    I don't understand why it hovers 75% average. This is doing video processing. Can I make it 100%? Thanks in advance.

  6. Windows 8 Can I still use Windows 8 after 2021?

    Hello there, I want know can I still use window 8 in 2021. Because now a days window 10 is very in and it is very efficient and they doing updates regularly. If I use window 8 is there any security risk because it is no updated

  7. Windows 10 CPU constantly at 100% in task manager. But Displaying 1% in core temp?

    Hi there, the CPU is constantly displaying 100% in windows task manager > users tab. However when I try other 3rd party programs the CPU is displaying correctly at idle 1%. Is this a bug? Or is there any way to fix it? I am sure the CPU is at 1% when left idle. Core temps readings
    • dogfacedponyscot
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    • bug fixes core temp cpu diagnostics feedback heavy load idle monitoring performance process resources software system task manager temperature third party troubleshooting update usage windows
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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    Windows 10 Constant CPU Spikes

    Hello everyone, I have been having issues with my computer that I have not been able to diagnose or solve and I was wondering if I could get some help. Every 20 seconds or so the CPU usage jumps about 20-30% and it causes my computer to go through a pretty nasty lag spike. This problem has...
    • Sle55
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    • 16gb computer cpu ddr3 diagnose editing hardware help intel issues lag performance radeon restart setup spikes system troubleshooting usage windows 10
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support

  9. Windows 10 Microsoft Licence Agreements

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  10. Windows 10 Desktop Window Manager GPU Problem

    Hey, Desktop Window Manager is causing GPU usage peaks, when other program is being used, causing extrem lags! I cant work properly. I never had problems running Ableton (audio production and editing software) but suddenly my GPU is running on its limit because the process Desktop Window...
    • arasju
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    • ableton live desktop editing tools gpu lag music production performance problem usage window management
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Windows Graphics and Gaming
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    Windows 10 Plug laptop in

    Is it ok to plug a laptop in while it is running. I find myself doing that and thought maybe I should check it out on the forum. Thanks.

  12. How to tell if my new ram is working

    I installed a second stick of DDR3 1x8gb in my system. I opened up task manager and it detects 16gb of ram, but it only shows 8gb in use. Link Removed Is this normal, or do I have to allow my computer to use all 16gb? Thank you
    • JeronStevens
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    • computer ddr3 detection installation memory performance ram task manager usage
    • Replies: 7
    • Forum: Windows Hardware

  13. Windows 10 Many Times my Harddisk shows as 99% usage

    Is it a bug or some mishaps. I am running windows 10 home.
    • awstips
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    • bugs disk space hard drive home edition performance storage troubleshooting usage windows 10
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support

  14. Windows 10 "System Memory Dumps", Big?

    Hi This morning when I talked to Alexa, I found that my router was offline so I reset it and booted up my computer. After a few minutes it came back online. So I ran CCleaner, something I do every morning, and I was surprised to see that there was a lot of stuff to be removed 8,232 MB total...
    • MikeHawthorne
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    • 8,232 mb ccleaner cleanup computer data diagnostics files memory memory dump online performance router storage system tech support troubleshooting usage user experience windows windows update
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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    Windows 10 HDD accessed while PC unused?

    The HDD is active and every 2 or 3 seconds, it is being accessed. What does Windows do in the background?

  16. Windows 10 Maximizing Battery Longevity on Toshiba Satellite Laptops: Best Practices for Charging and Usage

    I have a Toshiba Satellite laptop, L55 series, Windows 10 Anniversary OS. This laptop, and my previous Toshiba, stops battery charging at 80%. I imagine this promotes battery longevity. That being the case, is it desirable to regularly run on battery only until it's almost run down, or does that...
    • Hermitkrab
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    • advice anniversary battery battery life charging electronics help laptop longevity management optimization performance power questions satellite tech support toshiba usage windows 10
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support

  17. Enhance Your Gaming with MSI Afterburner: Monitor & Control GPU Performance

    William B submitted a new resource: MSI AfterBurner - The Go-To application for GPU teperature / GPU fan control Read more about this resource...
    • William B
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    • afterburner application cpu customization fan control feedback frame rate gpu hardware monitoring msi performance recording resources rpmcurves sessionrecord temperature usage utility windows
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Software Updates
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    Windows 7 How to limit memory for certain program (e.g.chkdsk)?

    Assume I perform a certain program (in background) which acquires a lot of memory. As an example think of a chkdsk run for an external USB hard disk which uses 6 Gb out of 8 GB physical RAM over a period of hours. This extra ordinary memory consumption slows down the "normal" usage...
    • pstein
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    • background processes chkdsk limit memory performance programs ram usage usb drives windows 7
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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    Windows 7 Epson printer using lots of ink

    Couldn't find a good spot for this so I'll ask here... I have an Epson XP800 inkjet that I bought a few years ago and barely use, maybe 20 pages a year. But that doesn't stop the ink from going away. It's so annoying. Is this normal? Should I move to laser for low volume printing without the...
    • tuanvuhn
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    • cartridges consumer electronics cost devices epson inkjet low volume maintenance printer printing troubleshooting usage windows ink xp800
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Windows Hardware
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    Windows 7 Computer lock up & sound from speakers.

    I have a problem with my computer locking up with the keyboard and mouse unresponsive and a horrible sound coming from the speakers (I think). This has happened 5 times since I upgraded to a SSD. The first two times it happened the computer was really hot. Fan Speed showed that it was in the...
    • InitialKev
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    • boot issues computer issues cooling fan speed feedback help lockup maintenance performance shutdown speakers ssd system crash tech support temperature troubleshooting unresponsive upgrade usage windows
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support