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Windows Task Manager vs WOL Magic Packet Sender

A side-by-side look at Windows Task Manager and WOL Magic Packet Sender. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

Windows Task Manager

Windows Task Manager

Os & Utilities

Windows Task Manager is a system monitor program included in Microsoft Windows that provides users with information about computer performance and running applications. It allows users to view CPU and memory usage, kill unresponsive programs, and adjust the priority of running processes.

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WOL Magic Packet Sender

WOL Magic Packet Sender

Network & Admin

WOL Magic Packet Sender is a free, open source software utility for sending Wake-on-LAN magic packets to remotely wake up computers on a local network. It has a simple interface to enter the target computer's MAC address and send the wake-up packet.

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