Task Manager
The latest Task Manager coverage — news, analysis, and updates from the WindowsNews.AI desk.
Windows 11 Startup Optimization: Boost Performance by Managing Startup Programs
Windows 11 startup programs can significantly impact your system's boot time and overall performance. While some applications need to launch at startup for functionality, others silently consume...
5 Windows 11 Gaming Tweaks to Boost FPS and Reduce Lag in 2025
Windows 11 continues to evolve as a powerhouse for PC gaming, but even in 2025, gamers still face performance bottlenecks and lag. Whether you're running the latest AAA titles or competitive esports...
Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27868: What's New, Fixed, and Broken
Microsoft has rolled out Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27868 to the Canary Channel, introducing a mix of new features, quality-of-life improvements, and critical bug fixes. This latest preview...
Voice Access gains app launch by title in Windows 11 Canary Build 27868
Microsoft has rolled out Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27868 to the Canary Channel, introducing significant Voice Access improvements and addressing multiple system stability issues. This latest...
Optimize Windows Performance by Managing Background Services
The sluggishness that seems to creep into many Windows PCs over time is not solely the result of aging hardware or a bloated software stack. Deep within the operating system, numerous background...
Windows 11 KB5058411 Finally Harmonizes Task Manager's CPU Readings
The latest Windows 11 24H2 update, KB5058411, quietly rewires how Task Manager reports CPU usage—and it ends a decades-old inconsistency that has frustrated everyone from casual users to IT...
Microsoft Fixes Task Manager's CPU Reporting With Industry-Standard Formula
For over a decade, Windows Task Manager has baffled even seasoned IT professionals with its erratic CPU usage readings. A process seemingly pegging a single core at full tilt could display as 100%...
Understanding Windows PC Uptime: Importance and Methods to Check It
Introduction Have you ever noticed your Windows PC responding sluggishly, with applications taking longer to open or certain programs behaving unexpectedly? One often overlooked factor contributing...
Windows 11 KB5058411 Update Ends Task Manager CPU Reporting Inconsistency
Microsoft’s May 2025 cumulative update for Windows 11 24H2, KB5058411, quietly resolves one of the operating system’s most persistent diagnostic annoyances. Task Manager now applies the same,...
Understanding Windows Task Manager's Dual CPU Speed Display
Introduction Windows Task Manager is a vital tool for monitoring system performance, offering insights into CPU usage, memory allocation, and more. A common observation among users is the display of...
Windows reveals two CPU speeds on System page: base vs. turbo boost explained
Introduction When navigating to the System > About page in the Windows Settings app, users often encounter two distinct CPU speed values. This dual reporting can be perplexing, leading to questions...
Decoding Windows CPU Speed Reporting: Insights and Limitations
Introduction In a recent discussion, Microsoft engineer Raymond Chen illuminated the intricacies of how Windows operating systems report CPU speeds. This revelation underscores the complexities...