Have you ever wondered how your computer works and how it can do so many things at once? Well, it's all thanks to processes! In this article, we will talk about what processes are and how they work.

What is a process?

        A process is a program or a set of instructions that a computer follows to perform a task. Whenever you run an application on your computer, it starts a process. For example, when you open a web browser, your computer starts a process that runs the web browser program. Each process has its own memory space, which means that it doesn't interfere with other processes running on your computer.

How do processes work?

        Processes work by dividing a task into smaller parts that a computer can handle more easily. For example, when you open a web browser, the process first loads the browser's user interface. Then, when you type a URL or search term, the process sends a request to the internet to retrieve the information. The information is then displayed on the screen by the process.

        Processes also have priorities. For example, if you are running a video game and you receive a notification, the process that runs the game will have a higher priority than the process that runs the notification. This is because the game process needs more resources to run smoothly, while the notification process can wait.

How can you manage processes?

        You can manage processes on your computer using the Task Manager (on Windows) or the Activity Monitor (on Mac). These tools show you all the processes running on your computer and allow you to stop or restart them if necessary.

        In conclusion, processes are an essential part of how computers work. They allow your computer to run multiple programs and tasks simultaneously without interfering with each other. Understanding processes can also help you manage your computer's resources more efficiently.