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5 Task Manager tips I wish I’d known a lot sooner for Windows productivity

When you need to manage system resources on Windows, Task Manager is likely the first utility you open. It was redesigned on Windows 11 and has more functionality, but these tips will work if you are ...
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5 alternatives to the Windows Task Manager that you should be using

Windows Task Manager has improved a lot over the years, and in Windows 11, it feels cleaner and packed with more features. As a surface-level tool, Task Manager is pretty powerful and offers a high ...
Ars Technica

Closing Windows 11’s Task Manager accidentally opens up more copies of Task Manager

One reason to use the Task Manager in Windows is to see if any of the apps running on your computer are misbehaving or using a disproportionate amount of resources. But what do you do when the ...
PC Gamer

After years of complaints about Windows Task Manager displaying CPU utilization incorrectly, a fix is finally on its way

You can now more accurately manage your tasks. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Updated March 19, 2025: Microsoft has now put the ...
ExtremeTech

Microsoft Confirms Windows 11 Bug That Won't Let Task Manager Close: Here's What to Do

Microsoft has confirmed that there's a new issue in Windows 11 that doesn't let users close the Task Manager after installing the October 2025 optional update. Cosing the Task Manager using the "X" ...