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Karl Xavier
Karl Xavier

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A cross-platform graphical system monitor

Hi, Today I will introduce one graphical system monitor called "bottom". Bottom is a process/system visualization and management application that provides comprehensive system monitoring capabilities.

It offers a real-time visualization of CPU usage over time, both at an average and per-core level. This allows users to easily identify and track CPU-intensive processes.In addition to CPU usage, Bottom also displays RAM and swap usage over time. This provides valuable insights into the memory utilization of the system, helping users identify potential memory issues or optimize their system's performance.Another feature of Bottom is its ability to display network I/O usage over time. This allows users to monitor network traffic and identify potential network-related issues.

Bottom also includes a range of widgets that provide additional information about the system. These include a disk capacity widget, temperature sensor widget, and battery usage widget. These widgets provide quick and convenient access to system information without having to navigate through multiple menus or applications.

Furthermore, Bottom has a process widget that displays information about running processes. Users can sort and search processes using the process widget, making it easier to identify specific processes or manage running programs.

One of the key features of Bottom is its support for kill signals. Users can send kill signals to processes to terminate them, which is useful for managing resource-intensive processes or responding to system crashes.Another noteworthy feature is its tree mode, which provides a hierarchical view of running processes, making it easier to navigate and manage process relationships.
Bottom is also cross-platform, supporting Linux, macOS, and Windows. This makes it a versatile tool that can be used on multiple platforms without the need for additional configurations or adaptations.

Lastly, Bottom offers extensive customization options. Users can control its behavior using command-line flags or a config file. This includes customizing color themes, modifying widget behavior, adjusting the layout of widgets, and filtering out entries in some widgets to tailor the display according to their specific needs or preferences.

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