Windows Resource Monitor
Windows Resource Monitor
Windows Resource Monitor is a built-in system monitoring tool in Windows that provides real-time information about CPU, memory, disk, and network usage. It helps users diagnose performance issues and understand how system resources are being utilized.
How to Launch the Tool
The Resource Monitor tool is located in the C:\Windows\System32 folder. It is an executable file named resmon.exe.
- Press Windows + R, type
resmon, and hit Enter. - Search for Resource Monitor in the Start menu and open it.
- Open Task Manager (
Ctrl + Shift + Esc), go to the Performance tab, and click Open Resource Monitor.
How to Use the Tool
Resource Monitor provides real-time statistics on system resource usage. It is divided into several tabs, each focusing on a specific system resource.
CPU
The CPU tab shows active processes, their CPU usage, and individual threads. It helps identify processes consuming excessive CPU power.
Memory
The Memory tab provides details on how RAM is allocated among different processes. It helps detect memory leaks and excessive RAM usage.
Disk
The Disk tab displays read and write operations on storage drives. It helps identify disk-intensive applications that may slow down system performance.
Network
The Network tab shows network activity, including which processes are sending or receiving data. It helps diagnose network-related issues and detect unwanted data transfers.
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