![]() Anyway, this concept of punishing I/O bound processes/threads is similar to what ProBalance effectively does. ![]() The Windows scheduler just sees threads, each running at a different priority that is derived from the parent process's priority class. Processes is said because unlike the Windows scheduler, linux schedulers handle processes. Some schedulers, such as the default one of the Linux kernel, penalize CPU bound processes while rewarding I/O bound processes. It was later discovered that, with a few refinements, our algorithm could improve system responsiveness during periods of high CPU loads - in addition to saving the PC from a worst case scenario. By temporarily lowering the priority of the offending process, your PC can be saved from a virtual stall. Yes, it is true - believe it or not! It is this worst case scenario that Process Lasso was originally written to address. A single 'CPU bound' thread running at Normal priority can bring an entire single-CPU system to a stall, as demonstrated by our graphical proof of concept below. Windows has a particularly bad problem dealing with threads that decide they want to consume every bit of CPU time they can get their hands on (a CPU bound thread). THAT is a much more effective mechanism of maintaining responsiveness during high CPU loads. ![]() ProBalance works by LOWERING the priority of select background processes in high loads, NOT raising priorities. Windows *already* does 'foreground boosting', something also explained elsewhere. Misconception #5: RAISING a software's priority class makes it faster, or fixes responsiveness issuesĪs we explain elsewhere, you should *not* raise the priority class. The same amount of computation work is always done regardless of any priority or affinity adjustments (assuming there is a set amount of work to be done, and not some infinite amount). Process Lasso's ProBalance causes the CPU to allocate its computational time differently. Misconception #4: Process Lasso makes my CPU work less hard, or harder Those with a lot of CPU cores may also enjoy the default CPU affinty feature, where they can limit programs to specific CPUs - keeping the others free for use by other procesess. Additionally, its extra features are quite handy for anyone (such as anti-sleep processes and High Performance Power processes). It may be true that older computers get the most benefit from Process Lasso, but Process Lasso is helpful to even brand new 'top of the line' PCs. Misconception #3: Process Lasso is only for older computers ![]() Just let Process Lasso do its job, UNLESS you know what you are doing. Doing that is risky and harmful to your PC performance. The idea isn't to reprioritize all your processes, rating them in importance to you. Misconception #2: A user needs to set default priorities on their processes to rank their importance. Its meant to act in the background, automatically enforcing rules upon processes in order to improve your system responsiveness (or for whatever other purpose you desire). It has some task management capabilities, but its not meant to replace a task manager. NO! Process Lasso is NOT a task manager at all. Misconception #1: Process Lasso is yet another super-charged task manager If your question isn't answered here, then see the FAQ below. There has been some understandable user confusion about Process Lasso, so first let's clear up a few common misconceptions.
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