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# Processes




A process is a running instance of a program, with its own memory use and activity on the computer.




Processes instructions, reference material, and troubleshooting.


 


## Which process should I investigate?




Start with the program involved in the reported problem, then compare its CPU and memory use while the problem occurs. A short burst of activity is different from usage that stays high. Record the process name and what the user was doing before choosing the process-management guide.




## Should I end a process to fix a slow PC?




Save the user's work and try closing the application normally first. Ending a process can discard unsaved work, and ending a system process can disrupt Windows. Confirm what the process belongs to before taking action, then repeat the original task to check the result.


 


## Guides




[Performance

### How to Open Task Manager

See running apps, startup items, and hardware usage. 5 min · Easy](https://screensie.com/knowledge-base/performance/processes/open-task-manager/)