The good news is that plenty of free programs are available to help you do the job.
Here, were talking about real-time computer monitoring.
If you want to start tinkering under the hood, there are free tools for overclocking your components.
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you could try the program for free, but youll see messages asking for a one-off $9.95 payment.
Its so comprehensive that NASA is one of the organizations that uses it.
Its free for non-commercial use.
© MSI Afterburner offers a sleek interface. David Nield
The default profile offers real-time monitoring of CPU and GPU levels and internet and storage activity.
You will find some unobtrusive ads for Nzxt hardware and accessories, but theyre easily avoided.
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© Get a fully customizable screen overlay with FPS Monitor. David Nield / Gizmodo
©HWiNFO can serve up a whole load of stats. David Nield / Gizmodo
© Nzxt Cam offers a clean, easy-to-read dashboard. David Nield
©HWMonitor is perfect if you want as many readings as possible.
