How to use Resource Monitor in Windows 7 for diagnostics

The seventh version of the Windows operating system has an interesting tool that allows you to monitor the general condition of the OS and manage its key features. It is worth noting that this was not close either in XP or in Vista. And now the user has the opportunity to monitor the operation of the main components of the computer in real time. This thing is called "Resource Monitor". In Windows 7, this useful thing appeared immediately after the release. We will consider all the features of this tool and talk about how to use it correctly. But first, some general information.

Tool Basics

So, the “Resource Monitor” in Windows 7 serves to monitor the general state of the computer and manage various OS options. The monitor displays all the necessary information about the use of computer resources by the system. Moreover, everything is displayed in a very understandable graphical form. The user will be able to accurately understand how much RAM is spent on each process. This display of the necessary information is intended to help control the general condition of the computer. You can also quickly solve problems. Managing this tool is very easy. But we will talk about this in subsequent chapters. "Resource Monitor" in Windows 7 is a unique utility application for monitoring the operation of a computer or laptop. Now consider how to use this very application. Let's start with the simplest.

Launch

How to open "Resource Monitor" on Windows 7? There are several ways to do this. Each user selects the one that suits him the most. However, we will analyze everything, since knowledge of the fastest way will help optimize the user’s work at the computer. The first uses the capabilities of the Start menu. The action algorithm is very simple:

1. Open the Start menu.
2. Next, click on "All Programs."
3. We move to the "Standard" catalog.
4. Then click "Utilities."
5. We look for the line "Resource Monitor" and start it with a click.

The second option to start the resource monitor

Few people know (from novice users), but there is a way much easier. Using Resource Monitor in Windows 7 can be started using the standard Windows search component. The algorithm of actions here is even simpler.

1. Open the Start menu.
2. In the search bar (at the very bottom), enter "resmon".
3. We click the resource monitor in the search results.
4. Getting started with the component.

So much faster than traveling through Start menu directories. In general, for such a useful component, it will be useful to make the launch shortcut on the desktop. However, we will move on to working with the resource monitor. Let's start with process control.

Process Control Using the Resource Monitor

So, how to use the "Resource Monitor" in Windows 7 to manage processes? First you need to understand that the processes correspond to each running program on the computer. Even the OS has its own processes (it is strongly discouraged to touch them). Forcefully complete the process only as a last resort. As a result of this action, the program closes immediately. No files are saved. Few people know, but you can kill freezing processes using the "Resource Monitor". What do I need to do?

1. We start the resource monitor in a known manner.
2. We move to the tab "Processes".
3. A table appears with a list of running processes. We need an Image column. It is in it that displays a list of processes.
4. In the list we are looking for a hover and right-click on it.
5. In the drop-down menu, click "End the process."
6. Confirm the action by pressing the appropriate button.

That's all. Now the process is complete. However, it also happens that a program contains not one, but several processes. And to stop it, you will need to complete everything. In this case, in the drop-down menu, you will need to select the "End the process tree" item and confirm the action. If you just need to suspend the operation, then for this there is a corresponding item in the menu. However, do not stop all processes indiscriminately. Such rash acts can seriously harm the operating system. Now let's move on to the other features of the tool.

Managing Services with Resource Monitor

We continue to consider the "Resource Monitor" in Windows 7. How to use it if you want to disable some unnecessary services? Basically, an application can do that too. But here you need to be extremely careful. A seemingly useless service can be vital to the operating system. Therefore, do not disable them all indiscriminately. The algorithm for disabling services using the "Resource Monitor" is pretty simple.

1. We open the "Resource Monitor" in the way we already know (using the Start menu or system search).
2. We move to the "CPU" tab.
3. Click on "Services" and expand the table.
4. Right-click on the name of the service.
5. In the menu that appears, click on the “Stop” item.
6. If you need to completely disable the service, then select "Properties".
7. In the next window in the line "Startup Type" select "Disabled".
8. Click on the "Stop" button.
9. Click "Apply" and "OK."

This is how they manage the services of the operating system using the Windows Resource Monitor. This method is much simpler and more visual than the option using the control panel and the "Administration" item. In addition, you can immediately see how much increased computer performance after disabling a particular service.

Closing hung applications using the resource monitor

Using this OS component, you can also quickly disable a program that has stopped responding to user actions for one reason or another. In this case, the “Resource Monitor” of Windows 7 will show the memory that is loaded to the very top. The same thing will happen with the processor. Therefore, it is necessary to "kill" the hung application. This can be done using the following algorithm:

1. We start the resource monitor in one of two ways described above.
2. In the list of processes, select the desired one and click "Waiting Chain Analysis".
3. A window appears with all the child processes and a message stating that they are not responding (if this is true).
4. Check off all the necessary processes.
5. Click on the button "End the process."
6. After a few seconds of waiting, the resource monitor will "kill" all the necessary processes.

That's how the closure of applications that do not respond in the "Resource Monitor" OS "Windows". This is much easier and more efficient than using the usual task manager.

If the application does not work

If the "Resource Monitor" in Windows 7 does not work, this means that there are serious problems with the OS. There are only two ways to solve this problem. And one of them is very radical. The first option is to roll back the system to the state where everything worked. To do this, you must have previously created breakpoints. It is also necessary that the system recovery option be enabled by default. If this was not done, then nothing will work out with a rollback. The second method is the most radical. It involves a complete reinstallation of the operating system with all the ensuing consequences. It takes a lot of time. But there is a guarantee that everything will work.

Testimonials from those who constantly work with the Resource Monitor

Oddly enough, a lot of users use Resource Monitor to manage the system. And these are not programmers at all. Those who decided to use this particular system management option note that this component allows you to quickly turn off unnecessary, adjust the OS and computer performance and do much more useful things. Negative reviews were left by those who, for some reason, could not figure out the settings for Resource Monitor. But even they do not deny the effectiveness of this way of managing the OS. In addition, many say that the application never hangs. Unlike the same "Task Manager". There is no need to talk about third-party programs at all. They do not know how to work with the system so quickly and efficiently. In general, reviews about this OS component are positive. However, through ignorance, you can turn off what is critically needed by Windows. And then there will be little fun. You need to use the "Resource Monitor" very carefully.

Conclusion

So, the “Resource Monitor” in Windows 7 is an excellent system component for managing OS processes and services. It also allows you to observe the general condition of the computer in real time. This is very useful for timely detection of any problems. But you need to use the application with a certain amount of caution.