Chapter 14, Problem 1TC

A user complains that her computer is performing slowly. She tells you the problem started about a week ago when new database software was installed. The software runs in the background to update a database synced between the user’s workstation and database server. Which is the best tool or method to use to determine if the new software is hogging computer resources?

a. Uninstall the database software and see if performance improves.

b. Use Performance Monitor and Process counters to observe performance.

c. Use the Performance tab of Task Manager to observe database software activity.

d. Install more memory to improve system resources to handle the new software.

Explanation of Solution

Given:

A user installed a software to update the database synced in database servers and users’ workstation. After performing all these tasks, the users’ computer gets slowed down.

To find: The method/tool to solve the hogging problem caused due to the installation of new software.

Solution:

Open the Task Manager and check the application that is using maximum RAM and Disk Space.

This application is responsible for computer hogging. When one program needs all of the CPU’s attention, other programs that also need the CPU might not get enough time to do their work.

Hence, c is the correct option.