Troubleshooting a Restarted PC with High Memory Usage
Symptoms
Restarting the PC, thinking it might resolve the problem, revealed a full-scale issue. The process was using 2-3GB of memory.
Attempted Solutions
- Closing programs like the browser, etc.
- ... (Add more steps if necessary)
Explanation
Upon restarting the PC, the high memory usage issue persisted. Closing unnecessary programs like the browser did not help resolve the problem. This suggests that the issue might be caused by a system process or a software issue.
Possible Causes
- Software Issue: Malware, viruses, or other malicious software can cause high memory usage.
- System Process: A system process or service might be using excessive memory resources.
Recommended Steps
- Run a full system scan using a reputable antivirus software to check for malware or viruses.
- Check Task Manager to identify any system process using excessive memory resources and end the process if necessary.
- Update all system drivers and software to the latest versions.
- Consider performing a system restore to a point before the issue occurred.
- If the issue persists, consider seeking professional help from a computer technician.
References
- Books: "Windows 10: A Complete Guide" by Will Shirk
- Articles: "How to fix high memory usage on Windows 10" by TechRadar
- Online Resources: How to fix high memory usage on Windows 10