''To check for "hung" processes,'' or just check CPU use '''Applications->Utilities->Activity Monitor:CPU tab''' at the bottom of the window. At the top of the window a drop-down menu allows you to check active/inactive as well as other sets of processes.
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''You didn't tell us anything about the age of the machine or the conditions ''under which it was kept/used. If its an early model (known for overheating) the thermal paste may need replacing, or, if there's a lot of dust or humidity opening the case and blowing out the dust could be in order. If the laptop (which are known for "running hot") was on a padded surface or if the exhaust port was blocked that could be a contributor.
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''You didn't tell us anything about the age of the machine or the conditions ''under which it was kept/used. If its an early model (known for overheating) the thermal paste may need replacing, or, if there's a lot of dust or humidity opening the case and blowing out the dust could be in order. If the laptop (which are known for "running hot") was on a padded surface or if the exhaust port was blocked any/all of those could be a contributing factor(s).
''If this Answer is helpful '''please remember to return and mark it '''Accepted.''
''To check for "hung" processes,'' or just check CPU use '''Applications->Utilities->Activity Monitor:CPU tab''' at the bottom of the window. At the top of the window a drop-down menu allows you to check active/inactive as well as other sets of processes.
''You didn't tell us anything about the age of the machine or the conditions ''under which it was kept/used. If its an early model (known for overheating) the thermal paste may need replacing, or, if there's a lot of dust or humidity opening the case and blowing out the dust could be in order. If the laptop (which are known for "running hot") was on a padded surface or if the exhaust port was blocked that could be a contributor.
''If this Answer is helpful '''please remember to return and mark it '''Accepted.''