Every program causing high cpu usage.

gugsy

Hi

I have been noticing for the last while that whenever i watched a video online (youtube) it stuttered, streaming is a no go, also gaming is an absolute no no. Ive searched the web for problem solving and everything i have done comes to ill effect. My computer runs at 100% usage when i even open a page on the internet until its fully loaded.

Anyone any ideas?

Baked.noodle

When you say "no go", what exactly happens when you game?

Sometimes video streaming issues can be software related. Do you have a lot of Extensions (add on software that may include extra search bars etc. in your browser)?

Often a system can become unstable if a lot of dust has accumulated in the casing and fan ducts.

For software issues you could try download CCleaner and run the cleaner. It will remove unnecessary data that has accumulated and empty your recycle bin. Then download Malwarebytes , update database and run a scan. This should detect and remove malware that may be installed on your PC.

gugsy

The game wont play, freezing constantly, ive done ccleaner anti virus, anti malware. I have reduced the amount of start up programs. I think i have to face the fact the computer isnt able to handle programs any longer being 5 years old.

Baked.noodle

You could download and run Ubuntu or another Linux distro to see if the underlying hardware is still sound. You don't have to install them as they can be booted up "live". If this seems to work I would consider reinstalling Windows. If you still have problems with the live CD I would check your RAM with memtest64 (I think it comes bootable on the Linux CD).

Heisenberg88

What processor and ram do you have. Until I know that can't really advise.

gugsy

System

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Manufacturer Sony Corporation
Model VGN-FW21L
Total amount of system memory 3.00 GB RAM
System type 32-bit operating system
Number of processor cores 2
64-bit capable Yes
Processor Intel(R) Core(TM)2 Duo CPU T5800 @ 2.00GHz
Storage

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Total size of hard disk(s) 221 GB
Disk partition (C:) 119 GB Free (221 GB Total)
Media drive (F:) CD/DVD

Graphics

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Display adapter type ATI Mobility Radeon HD 3470
Total available graphics memory 1534 MB
Dedicated graphics memory 256 MB
Dedicated system memory 0 MB
Shared system memory 1278 MB
Display adapter driver version 8.513.1.0
Primary monitor resolution 1600x900
DirectX version DirectX 10

Network

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Network Adapter Marvell Yukon 88E8055 PCI-E Gigabit Ethernet Controller
Network Adapter Intel(R) Wireless WiFi Link 5100
Network Adapter Microsoft Tun Miniport Adapter

Heisenberg88

Should be okay still for basic use.

Try Malware anti malware and report back.

200motels

gugsy wrote: »

System

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Manufacturer Sony Corporation
Model VGN-FW21L
Total amount of system memory 3.00 GB RAM
System type 32-bit operating system
Number of processor cores 2
64-bit capable Yes
Processor Intel(R) Core(TM)2 Duo CPU T5800 @ 2.00GHz
Storage

---

Total size of hard disk(s) 221 GB
Disk partition (C:) 119 GB Free (221 GB Total)
Media drive (F:) CD/DVD

Graphics

---

Display adapter type ATI Mobility Radeon HD 3470
Total available graphics memory 1534 MB
Dedicated graphics memory 256 MB
Dedicated system memory 0 MB
Shared system memory 1278 MB
Display adapter driver version 8.513.1.0
Primary monitor resolution 1600x900
DirectX version DirectX 10

Network

---

Network Adapter Marvell Yukon 88E8055 PCI-E Gigabit Ethernet Controller
Network Adapter Intel(R) Wireless WiFi Link 5100
Network Adapter Microsoft Tun Miniport Adapter

Try Superantispyware
http://www.filehorse.com/download-superantispyware/

gugsy

Ran the above program, no malware found as i had recently done one anyway. Made it a bit cleaner and i also deleted history removing everything. This helped for watching video's but cpu still running at 90/100% while video's is being played.

Heisenberg88

What resolution are the videos you are watching?

Heisenberg88

CPU temperature can also cause the cpu spikage. Download coretemp and note temperatures. Your Fans might need a good clear out from dust.

Heisenberg88

CPU temperature can also cause the cpu spikage. Download coretemp and note temperatures. Your Fans might need a good clear out from dust.

Wetbench4

What antivirus are you using? It might be hogging your system.

Heisenberg88

Heisenberg88 wrote: »

CPU temperature can also cause the cpu spikage. Download coretemp and note temperatures. Your Fans might need a good clear out from dust.

I'm 100% this is your issue.

jay-me

What process is using 100% in task manager?

ED E

Im with heisenberg on this, thermal throttling will prevent the CPU clocking up.

whizbang

Win XP or Win 7?
What browser are you using?

press Ctrl, Shift, Esc all at the same time, to bring up Task Manager. Click on the Processes tab. On the bottom, there is a total processes number, what is it?
Can you list any process using more than 5% in the CPU column.