Top (software)

"Top" is a piece of software that helps you see what's happening on your computer. It's like a traffic controller for your computer's processes. It helps you see which programs are using the most memory and CPU power, so you can figure out why your computer might be running slow.

When you open the "Top" program, you'll see lots of numbers and words on the screen. Don't worry, you don't need to understand every single one of them. The most important information is at the top of the screen (hence the name "Top").

You'll see a list of different programs that are running on your computer. Each one will have a little box next to it that shows how much CPU power and memory it's using. The program that's using the most CPU power and memory will be at the top of the list.

By looking at this list, you can figure out which programs might be making your computer slow or freezing up. If you see a program using a lot of CPU and memory that you don't recognize, it might be a virus or malware. You can close the program by pressing the "q" key on your keyboard.

Overall, "Top" is a helpful tool that can help you understand what's happening inside your computer. By using it, you can keep your computer running smoothly and catch any potential problems before they become bigger issues.