SmartSys Monitor

Running too many programs simultaneously on your computer can put a strain on performance, so it might be a good idea to keep an eye on resource consumption. The Windows Task Manager provides a resource monitor, but there are also various third-party alternatives which can be easier to understand and use, and this is the case with SmartSys Monitor.

Once setup is over, you get the chance to quickly check out the application’s set of features. It comes with a custom-made interface, which makes it look pretty slick, while also bundling its functions in an intuitive layout. On the downside, the main window can’t be moved, and it can be quite an inconvenience since it always sits in the center of the screen.

The application’s core function is to help you monitor resource consumption on your computer in an attempt to keep things under control. On the bright side of things, it’s able to monitor a decent variety of sections, such as the processor, physical and virtual memory, disk space, but also network traffic.

Usage is displayed under the form of a progress bar, as well as percentage, which makes it quite easy to tell consumption. Refresh interval is done in real-time, but there’s no option to set refresh interval, or view usage log for analysis on the long run. You can also view general system details, such as operating system version and owner info.

It comes with a built-in traffic monitor tool, which shows adapter description, MAC and IP address, as well as input and output data packets. There’s another additional tool, namely an individual drive monitor, which displays size specifications of both fixed and removable drives, with options to have the default properties panel brought up.

SmartSys Monitor is a reliable application which can definitely provide valuable data when it comes to computer resource consumption. On the downside, the window position can prove frustrating, as well as the lack of a usage log.