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Processor operates at maximum capacity regardless of task complexity

Processor operates at maximum capacity regardless of task complexity

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DefaultTV
Member
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06-01-2022, 02:07 AM
#1
It runs all applications at maximum capacity, switching focus to each one as needed. Performance remains smooth across different programs. No lag observed, though I'm just checking.
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DefaultTV
06-01-2022, 02:07 AM #1

It runs all applications at maximum capacity, switching focus to each one as needed. Performance remains smooth across different programs. No lag observed, though I'm just checking.

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Awesomeness23
Junior Member
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06-02-2022, 07:58 PM
#2
It seems like you're suspecting a malware infection given the high CPU usage. If you think it might be a virus, restoring Windows could be the fastest solution.
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Awesomeness23
06-02-2022, 07:58 PM #2

It seems like you're suspecting a malware infection given the high CPU usage. If you think it might be a virus, restoring Windows could be the fastest solution.

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Samson44
Junior Member
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06-02-2022, 08:44 PM
#3
You’re definitely infected. Because you’re unsure of its extent, I’d disconnect all other storage devices. However, keep the main drive, perform a low-level format, reinstall Windows, and add Avast or Bitdefender (the latter may struggle with some current threats). Connect the drives one at a time, then let the antivirus scan and eliminate the malware. In the worst situation, you might have to erase every single drive.
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Samson44
06-02-2022, 08:44 PM #3

You’re definitely infected. Because you’re unsure of its extent, I’d disconnect all other storage devices. However, keep the main drive, perform a low-level format, reinstall Windows, and add Avast or Bitdefender (the latter may struggle with some current threats). Connect the drives one at a time, then let the antivirus scan and eliminate the malware. In the worst situation, you might have to erase every single drive.

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BatmanIsUgly
Junior Member
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06-02-2022, 10:06 PM
#4
It's not consistently happening, but the performance seems fine. I'm trying to figure out what kind of virus this might be, though I'm not very familiar with them. I just know it could be a keylogger.
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BatmanIsUgly
06-02-2022, 10:06 PM #4

It's not consistently happening, but the performance seems fine. I'm trying to figure out what kind of virus this might be, though I'm not very familiar with them. I just know it could be a keylogger.

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KingSloth
Member
61
06-03-2022, 01:08 AM
#5
It's referred to as a power virus. It gained significant attention during the late 1990s and early 2000s. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Computer_virus
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KingSloth
06-03-2022, 01:08 AM #5

It's referred to as a power virus. It gained significant attention during the late 1990s and early 2000s. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Computer_virus

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idinosev
Member
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06-10-2022, 11:43 AM
#6
I think I’ll wipe out my current setup and start fresh. I’ll let you know how it goes.
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idinosev
06-10-2022, 11:43 AM #6

I think I’ll wipe out my current setup and start fresh. I’ll let you know how it goes.