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What is the purpose of the Services tab in Windows Task Manager?
Which of the following is NOT a way to start Windows Task Manager?
What do services refer to in the context of Windows Task Manager?
What options are available when right mouse clicking on a service in the Services tab?
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Which shortcut immediately launches Windows Task Manager?
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What type of information can be accessed by using Windows Task Manager?
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What can you do in the Task Manager to attempt to resolve issues with the print spooler?
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Where can you find a list of all the applications that start when you log into Windows?
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What information does the startup tab in Task Manager provide about applications?
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How can you troubleshoot startup issues in Windows using Task Manager?
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What is the default view when Task Manager starts up?
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How can you change the metrics shown on Task Manager to customize the view?
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What does clicking on the memory column in Task Manager allow you to do?
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What option can you use to administratively stop an application using excessive memory or CPU?
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Where can you view CPU, memory, storage, and network information over time in Task Manager?
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In current versions of Task Manager, where is the networking piece included?
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Why is it important to be able to view exactly what each individual user is doing on a multi-user operating system?
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What option do you have from the Users tab in Task Manager?
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Study Notes
Task Manager Overview
- The Services tab in Windows Task Manager displays a list of all system services and their current status.
- The Services tab is not a way to start Windows Task Manager.
Services
- In the context of Windows Task Manager, services refer to system processes that run in the background to provide specific functionality.
Services Tab Options
- Right-clicking on a service in the Services tab provides options to:
- Start
- Stop
- Restart
- Open Service
- Search online
Task Manager Shortcuts
- The shortcut Ctrl + Shift + Esc immediately launches Windows Task Manager.
Task Manager Information
- Task Manager provides information about:
- System performance
- Running processes and applications
- System services
- Startup applications
- User activity
Resolving Print Spooler Issues
- In the Task Manager, you can attempt to resolve issues with the print spooler by restarting the print spooler service.
Startup Applications
- The Startup tab in Task Manager lists all applications that start when you log into Windows.
- The Startup tab provides information about:
- Application name
- Status
- Startup type
- Disk usage
Troubleshooting Startup Issues
- Task Manager can be used to troubleshoot startup issues by:
- Disabling or deleting problematic applications
- Adjusting application startup settings
Task Manager Views
- The default view when Task Manager starts up is the Processes tab.
- The metrics shown on Task Manager can be customized by:
- Clicking on the columns to sort and reorder
- Using the "More details" button to switch to a detailed view
Memory Management
- Clicking on the memory column in Task Manager allows you to sort applications by memory usage.
- The "End Task" option can be used to administratively stop an application using excessive memory or CPU.
Performance Monitoring
- The Performance tab in Task Manager provides graphs and data on CPU, memory, storage, and network usage over time.
- In current versions of Task Manager, the networking piece is included in the Performance tab.
Multi-User Operating Systems
- It is important to be able to view exactly what each individual user is doing on a multi-user operating system to ensure system security and performance.
Users Tab
- The Users tab in Task Manager provides options to:
- Disconnect
- Sign off
- Send a message
- View user details
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Description
Learn about the Windows Task Manager and how to access real-time performance information such as CPU utilization, memory usage, and disk utilization. Explore different methods to start Task Manager, including keyboard shortcuts and mouse clicks.
