Resource Meter - What does it all mean?

[Beno]

Hey gang,

I am reading my A+ book and Mike.M says that the resource meter is an excellent utility to check how the system is using system resources.
What he didn't state, is what those system resources actually mean and represent?!!

So my question is, can someone please tell me what the resource meter is indicating in reference to these measurements that is provides:

System resources
User resources
GDI resources

I am running Win98SE for your info.

Cheers

Beno



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[YODA74]

The Resource Meter measures three types of resources: System Resources, User Resources, and GDI (graphics device interface) Resources. System Resources measure the PC's memory options, both virtual and physical. User Resources measure the resource requirements of windows and menus presently in use, and GDI Resources measure graphical image. It can help you determine whether you have too many programs running at startup. If your system's free resources are low or dangerously low immediately after booting your PC, you need to remove some programs from the STARTUP folder. Resource Meter's warning lights can help you remember to reboot your computer from time to time, too, giving you adequate computing power.
If you often experience system crashes or major slowdowns, use Resource Meter to give you an idea of how many and which programs you can have open at the same time. You'll also be able to find clues about which particular program is causing resource problems.I'm sure that is not the explanation your looking for I'm sure someone else can go into a little more Depth.



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