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  #1  
Old February 5th 05, 01:34 PM
Ben B
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Default A Resource Hog.

Hello,

This is a question I have about my system as it presently
stands. Unsure of what maybe relevant to the reader I
offer this:

I have an Intel Celeron II 633MHz CPU on an Asus P3V4X
Motherboard (1 ISA, 6 PCI, 1 AGP, 4 DIMM). Chipset Via
VT82C694X Apollo Pro 133A. RAM 384MB (SDRAM). 2 Local
Disks. 14301MB (13GB Free) and 38129MB - DMA Enabled both.
The latter partitioned C: 6GB (Windows)(3GB Free). D: 10GB
(MT). E: 22GB (5GB Free).

Before the purchase of software known as an audio file
format batch converter this question did not arise. But
since that purchase I realise I have a determined resource
hog on my hands. Once it is up and running I am unable to
use my computer for much other than the opening of
folders. It is very sluggish. The program will relinquish
few CPU resources. Yet my System Resources hover around
70% free

This is not a question of viruses or malwares. Nor is it
one of a computer already overburdened by running
processes. And I am a maintenance freak.

What, if anything, can I do to balance/limit the
allocation of CPU Usage to this program, or alternatively
replace/add system components to accomodate it.

What elements comprise System Resources?

Thank you.
  #2  
Old February 5th 05, 01:47 PM
Galen
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In ,
Ben B had this to say:

What, if anything, can I do to balance/limit the
allocation of CPU Usage to this program, or alternatively
replace/add system components to accomodate it.

What elements comprise System Resources?


In the past 25 years that I've been computing (my Dad was a geek and hence I
started early) I've found that most people rant about CPU and clock cycles.
Truth be told I've found greater performance lies more often in the RAM.
It's my opinion (not fact by any means) that I've found that a 500 MHz PC
w/512 MB of RAM will operate as well or better than a 800 MHz PC with 128 MB
of RAM. I quote those numbers because those are actual system stats that
I've had in the past and am able to comment on as a direct observer.

A system as old as your computer means that you probably are using PC100
SDRAM and the price of this is dirt cheap. You have four slots, each will
probably only support a 256 stick unfortunately, but you could consider
buying some RAM if you're unable to purchase an entirely new computer at
this time. Assuming that you already have a goodly amount in there (better
than 64 MB would be nice to start with) I'd say trash all of them and go out
and buy new sticks of a reputable brand. Make sure you get them from a
dealer who's knowingly able to support that not all shipped RAM will work.
Grab a free copy of a memory tester and test all the memory within your
warranty period so that if it's faulty you can return it. Make sure that
it's a tester that runs independant of the operating system. I try to avoid
recommending specific brands of software but Google or MSN Search will
certainly show you many sites that you can download this software at and
places you can research before buying the RAM.

Check your MOBO's stats. Maybe it will support PC133 SDRAM (which is a bit
faster) and you'll be able to get that much better performance from your now
dated computer. Several sites offer upgraded CPUs but, in my opinion, if
you're going to update the CPU and the RAM you'd be better off heading to a
generic indexing computer sales site and buying a whole new computer or a
barebones system and getting a lot more bang for just a few bucks more. AMD
prices are quite nice these days and the 64 bit archetecture has really
proven itself in the field in my opinion. Alternatively wait for the prices
on the P4s to drop and settle for a bit of sluggish behavior for the time
being.

Galen
--

"My mind rebels at stagnation. Give me problems, give me work, give me
the most abstruse cryptogram or the most intricate analysis, and I am
in my own proper atmosphere. I can dispense then with artificial
stimulants. But I abhor the dull routine of existence. I crave for
mental exaltation." -- Sherlock Holmes


  #3  
Old February 5th 05, 02:53 PM
Ben B
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Hello Galen,

Thanks for the detailed response. Yes I have 384MB of
PC100 SDRAM in two slots. I can't tell whether or not my
mobo will support PC133 SDRAM from the stats obtained in
Everest All the stas I found are mentioned in my first
post.

PC100 SDRAM is cheap you say. How much do you suggest I
might add? Another 256MB in the third slot? Or two sticks
of 128MB in slots 3 and 4? or 2 sticks of 256MB in slots 3
and 4?

My other option is to buy a new computer or a barebones
system. What is a barebones system, Galen?

And how much RAM and what type should I be looking at? I
am not into gaming so presumably a CPU of IGBHz would be
OK?

Thank, Galen.

Ben.


-----Original Message-----
In ,
Ben B had this to

say:

What, if anything, can I do to balance/limit the
allocation of CPU Usage to this program, or

alternatively
replace/add system components to accomodate it.

What elements comprise System Resources?


In the past 25 years that I've been computing (my Dad was

a geek and hence I
started early) I've found that most people rant about CPU

and clock cycles.
Truth be told I've found greater performance lies more

often in the RAM.
It's my opinion (not fact by any means) that I've found

that a 500 MHz PC
w/512 MB of RAM will operate as well or better than a 800

MHz PC with 128 MB
of RAM. I quote those numbers because those are actual

system stats that
I've had in the past and am able to comment on as a

direct observer.

A system as old as your computer means that you probably

are using PC100
SDRAM and the price of this is dirt cheap. You have four

slots, each will
probably only support a 256 stick unfortunately, but you

could consider
buying some RAM if you're unable to purchase an entirely

new computer at
this time. Assuming that you already have a goodly amount

in there (better
than 64 MB would be nice to start with) I'd say trash all

of them and go out
and buy new sticks of a reputable brand. Make sure you

get them from a
dealer who's knowingly able to support that not all

shipped RAM will work.
Grab a free copy of a memory tester and test all the

memory within your
warranty period so that if it's faulty you can return it.

Make sure that
it's a tester that runs independant of the operating

system. I try to avoid
recommending specific brands of software but Google or

MSN Search will
certainly show you many sites that you can download this

software at and
places you can research before buying the RAM.

Check your MOBO's stats. Maybe it will support PC133

SDRAM (which is a bit
faster) and you'll be able to get that much better

performance from your now
dated computer. Several sites offer upgraded CPUs but, in

my opinion, if
you're going to update the CPU and the RAM you'd be

better off heading to a
generic indexing computer sales site and buying a whole

new computer or a
barebones system and getting a lot more bang for just a

few bucks more. AMD
prices are quite nice these days and the 64 bit

archetecture has really
proven itself in the field in my opinion. Alternatively

wait for the prices
on the P4s to drop and settle for a bit of sluggish

behavior for the time
being.

Galen
--

"My mind rebels at stagnation. Give me problems, give me

work, give me
the most abstruse cryptogram or the most intricate

analysis, and I am
in my own proper atmosphere. I can dispense then with

artificial
stimulants. But I abhor the dull routine of existence. I

crave for
mental exaltation." -- Sherlock Holmes


.

  #4  
Old February 5th 05, 04:13 PM
Noel Paton
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Ben
Notwithstanding Galen's comments - which are *very* valid!.......

My recommendation when buying a new PC is "'Go for the 'best' you can
afford"
The definition of 'best' is very much in the eye of the beholder!!!!

Your current system is admirably capable of running ME - but may experience
problems with XP because of hardware incompatibilities.

There is no doubt that if you're considering spending a fair amount of time
online, then XP is the better system to go for - and is more usable with
modern applications (many of which require XP as a baseline)

Barebones systems frequently mean one thing to a user, and another to a
supplier!! -
In my own definition, it's the main Box of the system, without the Keyboard,
mouse, and monitor - and should not include an Operating System.
Some manufacturers include the OS, some don't include the case!
Check the specifications carefully before you purchase.

For your system running ME, I don't think there's much point in upgrading
the RAM beyond where it is currently - it's likely to be OTT WRT actual
usage, unless you're printing large graphics files, or editing graphics.
Strangely, SDRAM PC100 is actually becoming MORE expensive again -
presumably because less people are buying it, while even fewer are making
it!


For any new system, if you're going to run XP, then use at least 512MB RAM
(of whatever kind the motherboard takes) - at least then you will be
starting up on the right footing! For ME, then you can safely drop that to
256MB (or even further, to 128MB, if money is tight)

--
Noel Paton (MS-MVP 2002-2005, Windows)

Nil Carborundum Illegitemi
http://www.btinternet.com/~winnoel/millsrpch.htm
http://tinyurl.com/6oztj

Please read http://dts-l.org/goodpost.htm on how to post messages to NG's

"Ben B" wrote in message
...
Hello Galen,

Thanks for the detailed response. Yes I have 384MB of
PC100 SDRAM in two slots. I can't tell whether or not my
mobo will support PC133 SDRAM from the stats obtained in
Everest All the stas I found are mentioned in my first
post.

PC100 SDRAM is cheap you say. How much do you suggest I
might add? Another 256MB in the third slot? Or two sticks
of 128MB in slots 3 and 4? or 2 sticks of 256MB in slots 3
and 4?

My other option is to buy a new computer or a barebones
system. What is a barebones system, Galen?

And how much RAM and what type should I be looking at? I
am not into gaming so presumably a CPU of IGBHz would be
OK?

Thank, Galen.

Ben.


-----Original Message-----
In ,
Ben B had this to

say:

What, if anything, can I do to balance/limit the
allocation of CPU Usage to this program, or

alternatively
replace/add system components to accomodate it.

What elements comprise System Resources?


In the past 25 years that I've been computing (my Dad was

a geek and hence I
started early) I've found that most people rant about CPU

and clock cycles.
Truth be told I've found greater performance lies more

often in the RAM.
It's my opinion (not fact by any means) that I've found

that a 500 MHz PC
w/512 MB of RAM will operate as well or better than a 800

MHz PC with 128 MB
of RAM. I quote those numbers because those are actual

system stats that
I've had in the past and am able to comment on as a

direct observer.

A system as old as your computer means that you probably

are using PC100
SDRAM and the price of this is dirt cheap. You have four

slots, each will
probably only support a 256 stick unfortunately, but you

could consider
buying some RAM if you're unable to purchase an entirely

new computer at
this time. Assuming that you already have a goodly amount

in there (better
than 64 MB would be nice to start with) I'd say trash all

of them and go out
and buy new sticks of a reputable brand. Make sure you

get them from a
dealer who's knowingly able to support that not all

shipped RAM will work.
Grab a free copy of a memory tester and test all the

memory within your
warranty period so that if it's faulty you can return it.

Make sure that
it's a tester that runs independant of the operating

system. I try to avoid
recommending specific brands of software but Google or

MSN Search will
certainly show you many sites that you can download this

software at and
places you can research before buying the RAM.

Check your MOBO's stats. Maybe it will support PC133

SDRAM (which is a bit
faster) and you'll be able to get that much better

performance from your now
dated computer. Several sites offer upgraded CPUs but, in

my opinion, if
you're going to update the CPU and the RAM you'd be

better off heading to a
generic indexing computer sales site and buying a whole

new computer or a
barebones system and getting a lot more bang for just a

few bucks more. AMD
prices are quite nice these days and the 64 bit

archetecture has really
proven itself in the field in my opinion. Alternatively

wait for the prices
on the P4s to drop and settle for a bit of sluggish

behavior for the time
being.

Galen
--

"My mind rebels at stagnation. Give me problems, give me

work, give me
the most abstruse cryptogram or the most intricate

analysis, and I am
in my own proper atmosphere. I can dispense then with

artificial
stimulants. But I abhor the dull routine of existence. I

crave for
mental exaltation." -- Sherlock Holmes


.



  #5  
Old February 5th 05, 06:54 PM
Rick T
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per the OP's post, is there a way of assigning a low execution priority
to an application ?



Rick
  #6  
Old February 5th 05, 07:16 PM
Ben B
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Default

Hello Noel,

The software which has brought me to this parlous state of
doubting is Awave Audio by FMJ-Software.
http://www.fmjsoft.com/

This software doesn't require XP as a baseline since I see
Win95 referred to and also since it handles conversions
admirably - except that when employing it I must take a
walk! That one exception aside I am fully satisfied with
what I have. Computerwise.

Am I correct, Noel, in thinking this (based on what
yourself and Galen have said) which seems to be:
A new computer with XP, loads of RAM and hardware to match
would, were I to run Awave Audio, allow me to continue
using the computer in other ways?

And further, that if I insist on continuing to use the
system/computer I presently have, it inevitably means that
this software's dominance (the take-a-walk Ben syndrome)
will continue, and there is nothing I can do (with what I
have) to change that?

Have I understood, Noel?

If so, why is it that my system resources hover at 70%
whilst my CPU Usage is in the red (Process Explorer). Can
I assume the 70% means 30% in use?

Which leads me to my last question, which was and is, what
are the names of the 'components' comprising 'System
Resources'?

It is a lovely day here, Noel, on Vancouver Island. Spect
it's raining where you are!

Cheers,VBG

Ben.

P.S. Whatis "OTT WRT actual"?

-----Original Message-----
Ben
Notwithstanding Galen's comments - which are *very*

valid!.......

My recommendation when buying a new PC is "'Go for

the 'best' you can
afford"
The definition of 'best' is very much in the eye of the

beholder!!!!

Your current system is admirably capable of running ME -

but may experience
problems with XP because of hardware incompatibilities.

There is no doubt that if you're considering spending a

fair amount of time
online, then XP is the better system to go for - and is

more usable with
modern applications (many of which require XP as a

baseline)

Barebones systems frequently mean one thing to a user,

and another to a
supplier!! -
In my own definition, it's the main Box of the system,

without the Keyboard,
mouse, and monitor - and should not include an Operating

System.
Some manufacturers include the OS, some don't include the

case!
Check the specifications carefully before you purchase.

For your system running ME, I don't think there's much

point in upgrading
the RAM beyond where it is currently - it's likely to be

OTT WRT actual
usage, unless you're printing large graphics files, or

editing graphics.
Strangely, SDRAM PC100 is actually becoming MORE

expensive again -
presumably because less people are buying it, while even

fewer are making
it!


For any new system, if you're going to run XP, then use

at least 512MB RAM
(of whatever kind the motherboard takes) - at least then

you will be
starting up on the right footing! For ME, then you can

safely drop that to
256MB (or even further, to 128MB, if money is tight)

--
Noel Paton (MS-MVP 2002-2005, Windows)

Nil Carborundum Illegitemi
http://www.btinternet.com/~winnoel/millsrpch.htm
http://tinyurl.com/6oztj

Please read http://dts-l.org/goodpost.htm on how to post

messages to NG's

"Ben B" wrote in

message
...
Hello Galen,

Thanks for the detailed response. Yes I have 384MB of
PC100 SDRAM in two slots. I can't tell whether or not my
mobo will support PC133 SDRAM from the stats obtained in
Everest All the stas I found are mentioned in my first
post.

PC100 SDRAM is cheap you say. How much do you suggest I
might add? Another 256MB in the third slot? Or two

sticks
of 128MB in slots 3 and 4? or 2 sticks of 256MB in

slots 3
and 4?

My other option is to buy a new computer or a barebones
system. What is a barebones system, Galen?

And how much RAM and what type should I be looking at? I
am not into gaming so presumably a CPU of IGBHz would be
OK?

Thank, Galen.

Ben.


-----Original Message-----
In ,
Ben B had this to

say:

What, if anything, can I do to balance/limit the
allocation of CPU Usage to this program, or

alternatively
replace/add system components to accomodate it.

What elements comprise System Resources?

In the past 25 years that I've been computing (my Dad

was
a geek and hence I
started early) I've found that most people rant about

CPU
and clock cycles.
Truth be told I've found greater performance lies more

often in the RAM.
It's my opinion (not fact by any means) that I've found

that a 500 MHz PC
w/512 MB of RAM will operate as well or better than a

800
MHz PC with 128 MB
of RAM. I quote those numbers because those are actual

system stats that
I've had in the past and am able to comment on as a

direct observer.

A system as old as your computer means that you probably

are using PC100
SDRAM and the price of this is dirt cheap. You have four

slots, each will
probably only support a 256 stick unfortunately, but you

could consider
buying some RAM if you're unable to purchase an entirely

new computer at
this time. Assuming that you already have a goodly

amount
in there (better
than 64 MB would be nice to start with) I'd say trash

all
of them and go out
and buy new sticks of a reputable brand. Make sure you

get them from a
dealer who's knowingly able to support that not all

shipped RAM will work.
Grab a free copy of a memory tester and test all the

memory within your
warranty period so that if it's faulty you can return

it.
Make sure that
it's a tester that runs independant of the operating

system. I try to avoid
recommending specific brands of software but Google or

MSN Search will
certainly show you many sites that you can download this

software at and
places you can research before buying the RAM.

Check your MOBO's stats. Maybe it will support PC133

SDRAM (which is a bit
faster) and you'll be able to get that much better

performance from your now
dated computer. Several sites offer upgraded CPUs but,

in
my opinion, if
you're going to update the CPU and the RAM you'd be

better off heading to a
generic indexing computer sales site and buying a whole

new computer or a
barebones system and getting a lot more bang for just a

few bucks more. AMD
prices are quite nice these days and the 64 bit

archetecture has really
proven itself in the field in my opinion. Alternatively

wait for the prices
on the P4s to drop and settle for a bit of sluggish

behavior for the time
being.

Galen
--

"My mind rebels at stagnation. Give me problems, give me

work, give me
the most abstruse cryptogram or the most intricate

analysis, and I am
in my own proper atmosphere. I can dispense then with

artificial
stimulants. But I abhor the dull routine of existence. I

crave for
mental exaltation." -- Sherlock Holmes


.



.

  #7  
Old February 5th 05, 08:06 PM
Noel Paton
external usenet poster
 
Posts: n/a
Default

g
got it in one - raining now, although it looked very nice outside earlier!

OTT='Over The Top'
WRT= 'With Respect To'

There's no good reason your system shouldn't run Awave fine.

There's no real way to distinguish System Resource usage outside of the
tools you're already using - and 70% free (30%in use) is a goodly amount.
To check whether more RAM may be needed is fairly simple. Use System Monitor
to look at the 'Swapfile in Use' during typical usage of the PC - if the
value exceeds around 20MB, then more RAM may help.

There are some programs that no matter how you set them up will appear to
use every CPU cycle available (I have one running here). What that probably
means is that the programmer was lazy, and is using the program to
continually poll various states within the PC, rather than looking for the
correct way to do this. Frequently this has no bad effect on 'normal
running' - but sometimes it can effectively cripple the PC.
I suggest that, since you've apparently paid for Awave, you use their
support and ask them "
It's likely that upgradin to XP (however good the hardware) will carry the
same liability, unless the programmer has simply goofed on a Win9x API.


--
Noel Paton (MS-MVP 2002-2005, Windows)

Nil Carborundum Illegitemi
http://www.btinternet.com/~winnoel/millsrpch.htm
http://tinyurl.com/6oztj

Please read http://dts-l.org/goodpost.htm on how to post messages to NG's

"Ben B" wrote in message
...
Hello Noel,

The software which has brought me to this parlous state of
doubting is Awave Audio by FMJ-Software.
http://www.fmjsoft.com/

This software doesn't require XP as a baseline since I see
Win95 referred to and also since it handles conversions
admirably - except that when employing it I must take a
walk! That one exception aside I am fully satisfied with
what I have. Computerwise.

Am I correct, Noel, in thinking this (based on what
yourself and Galen have said) which seems to be:
A new computer with XP, loads of RAM and hardware to match
would, were I to run Awave Audio, allow me to continue
using the computer in other ways?

And further, that if I insist on continuing to use the
system/computer I presently have, it inevitably means that
this software's dominance (the take-a-walk Ben syndrome)
will continue, and there is nothing I can do (with what I
have) to change that?

Have I understood, Noel?

If so, why is it that my system resources hover at 70%
whilst my CPU Usage is in the red (Process Explorer). Can
I assume the 70% means 30% in use?

Which leads me to my last question, which was and is, what
are the names of the 'components' comprising 'System
Resources'?

It is a lovely day here, Noel, on Vancouver Island. Spect
it's raining where you are!

Cheers,VBG

Ben.

P.S. Whatis "OTT WRT actual"?

-----Original Message-----
Ben
Notwithstanding Galen's comments - which are *very*

valid!.......

My recommendation when buying a new PC is "'Go for

the 'best' you can
afford"
The definition of 'best' is very much in the eye of the

beholder!!!!

Your current system is admirably capable of running ME -

but may experience
problems with XP because of hardware incompatibilities.

There is no doubt that if you're considering spending a

fair amount of time
online, then XP is the better system to go for - and is

more usable with
modern applications (many of which require XP as a

baseline)

Barebones systems frequently mean one thing to a user,

and another to a
supplier!! -
In my own definition, it's the main Box of the system,

without the Keyboard,
mouse, and monitor - and should not include an Operating

System.
Some manufacturers include the OS, some don't include the

case!
Check the specifications carefully before you purchase.

For your system running ME, I don't think there's much

point in upgrading
the RAM beyond where it is currently - it's likely to be

OTT WRT actual
usage, unless you're printing large graphics files, or

editing graphics.
Strangely, SDRAM PC100 is actually becoming MORE

expensive again -
presumably because less people are buying it, while even

fewer are making
it!


For any new system, if you're going to run XP, then use

at least 512MB RAM
(of whatever kind the motherboard takes) - at least then

you will be
starting up on the right footing! For ME, then you can

safely drop that to
256MB (or even further, to 128MB, if money is tight)

--
Noel Paton (MS-MVP 2002-2005, Windows)

Nil Carborundum Illegitemi
http://www.btinternet.com/~winnoel/millsrpch.htm
http://tinyurl.com/6oztj

Please read http://dts-l.org/goodpost.htm on how to post

messages to NG's

"Ben B" wrote in

message
...
Hello Galen,

Thanks for the detailed response. Yes I have 384MB of
PC100 SDRAM in two slots. I can't tell whether or not my
mobo will support PC133 SDRAM from the stats obtained in
Everest All the stas I found are mentioned in my first
post.

PC100 SDRAM is cheap you say. How much do you suggest I
might add? Another 256MB in the third slot? Or two

sticks
of 128MB in slots 3 and 4? or 2 sticks of 256MB in

slots 3
and 4?

My other option is to buy a new computer or a barebones
system. What is a barebones system, Galen?

And how much RAM and what type should I be looking at? I
am not into gaming so presumably a CPU of IGBHz would be
OK?

Thank, Galen.

Ben.


-----Original Message-----
In ,
Ben B had this to
say:

What, if anything, can I do to balance/limit the
allocation of CPU Usage to this program, or
alternatively
replace/add system components to accomodate it.

What elements comprise System Resources?

In the past 25 years that I've been computing (my Dad

was
a geek and hence I
started early) I've found that most people rant about

CPU
and clock cycles.
Truth be told I've found greater performance lies more
often in the RAM.
It's my opinion (not fact by any means) that I've found
that a 500 MHz PC
w/512 MB of RAM will operate as well or better than a

800
MHz PC with 128 MB
of RAM. I quote those numbers because those are actual
system stats that
I've had in the past and am able to comment on as a
direct observer.

A system as old as your computer means that you probably
are using PC100
SDRAM and the price of this is dirt cheap. You have four
slots, each will
probably only support a 256 stick unfortunately, but you
could consider
buying some RAM if you're unable to purchase an entirely
new computer at
this time. Assuming that you already have a goodly

amount
in there (better
than 64 MB would be nice to start with) I'd say trash

all
of them and go out
and buy new sticks of a reputable brand. Make sure you
get them from a
dealer who's knowingly able to support that not all
shipped RAM will work.
Grab a free copy of a memory tester and test all the
memory within your
warranty period so that if it's faulty you can return

it.
Make sure that
it's a tester that runs independant of the operating
system. I try to avoid
recommending specific brands of software but Google or
MSN Search will
certainly show you many sites that you can download this
software at and
places you can research before buying the RAM.

Check your MOBO's stats. Maybe it will support PC133
SDRAM (which is a bit
faster) and you'll be able to get that much better
performance from your now
dated computer. Several sites offer upgraded CPUs but,

in
my opinion, if
you're going to update the CPU and the RAM you'd be
better off heading to a
generic indexing computer sales site and buying a whole
new computer or a
barebones system and getting a lot more bang for just a
few bucks more. AMD
prices are quite nice these days and the 64 bit
archetecture has really
proven itself in the field in my opinion. Alternatively
wait for the prices
on the P4s to drop and settle for a bit of sluggish
behavior for the time
being.

Galen
--

"My mind rebels at stagnation. Give me problems, give me
work, give me
the most abstruse cryptogram or the most intricate
analysis, and I am
in my own proper atmosphere. I can dispense then with
artificial
stimulants. But I abhor the dull routine of existence. I
crave for
mental exaltation." -- Sherlock Holmes


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Old February 5th 05, 08:19 PM
Ben B
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Hello Rick,

I have just been exploring that issue in Process Explorer
and found under Process the Set Priority option. I have
changed the Normal to Idle. And here I am with Awave Audio
doing its thing and several other things going on.

Cheers, Rick.

P.S. What is that saying about minds and thinking alike?


-----Original Message-----
per the OP's post, is there a way of assigning a low

execution priority
to an application ?



Rick
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Old February 5th 05, 08:31 PM
Rick T
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Well your finding that there *is* a mechanism in place (I musta missed
it last time I went through PE) will help me get some stuff done, too.

Rick
"fools seldom differ" ?
"great minds have better things to do with their time than think" ?
"A skunk aslump on a stump... the skunk thought the stump stunk, the
stump thought the skunk stunk" ?


Ben B wrote:
Hello Rick,

I have just been exploring that issue in Process Explorer
and found under Process the Set Priority option. I have
changed the Normal to Idle. And here I am with Awave Audio
doing its thing and several other things going on.

Cheers, Rick.

P.S. What is that saying about minds and thinking alike?



-----Original Message-----
per the OP's post, is there a way of assigning a low


execution priority

to an application ?



Rick
.

  #10  
Old February 5th 05, 08:42 PM
Ben B
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Hello Rick,

Good to be in touch once again. I remember you and your
help.

Love those gems of wisdom blow your siggy.

It has made a huge difference - the Idle setting. I have
more stuff up and running just to convince myself this is
really happening. And it is.

Take care, Rick.

-----Original Message-----
Well your finding that there *is* a mechanism in place (I

musta missed
it last time I went through PE) will help me get some

stuff done, too.

Rick
"fools seldom differ" ?
"great minds have better things to do with their time

than think" ?
"A skunk aslump on a stump... the skunk thought the stump

stunk, the
stump thought the skunk stunk" ?


Ben B wrote:
Hello Rick,

I have just been exploring that issue in Process

Explorer
and found under Process the Set Priority option. I have
changed the Normal to Idle. And here I am with Awave

Audio
doing its thing and several other things going on.

Cheers, Rick.

P.S. What is that saying about minds and thinking

alike?



-----Original Message-----
per the OP's post, is there a way of assigning a low


execution priority

to an application ?



Rick
.

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