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nitrocode Author

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Mac-book Pro 2018 Performance Issues

Once I start my macbook pro even without opening anything with 0 startup programs my Mac still get hot but on other device like 2.3ghz its not like that is this normal or my system is due for servicing ??

MacBook Pro 15”, macOS 10.15

Posted on Aug 28, 2020 4:41 PM

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Kappy

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Posted on Aug 28, 2020 8:04 PM

Using Activity Monitor

Use Activity Monitor on your Mac
What to do when a process is using excessive CPU – The Eclectic Light Company
Runaway applications can shorten battery runtime, affect performance, and increase heat and fan activity.
Using Activity Monitor Part 1- CPU and Memory
Using Activity Monitor Part 2- Energy, Disk, and Network

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