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Process Hacker vs Windows Surface Scanner

A side-by-side look at Process Hacker and Windows Surface Scanner. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

Process Hacker

Process Hacker

Os & Utilities

Process Hacker is a free, open-source process manager for Windows. It allows users to inspect, control, and monitor system resources and debug software issues. Key features include detailed process information, real-time monitoring of resource usage, and the ability to suspend, resume or terminate processes.

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Windows Surface Scanner

Windows Surface Scanner

System & Hardware

Windows Surface Scanner is a free portable app designed for Microsoft Surface devices to scan hardware for issues. It tests components like sensors, buttons, ports, battery health, and thermal throttling in about a minute.

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