BTOP

btop is a command-line system monitor for Linux, macOS, and Windows. It provides a resource usage overview of the system, including CPU, memory, and disk I/O. It is written in C++ and aims to be a modern and user-friendly alternative to traditional tools like top and htop.

The interface of btop displays information in a graphical manner within the terminal. It shows per-core CPU usage, memory and swap usage with clear visual indicators, and network traffic. Disk I/O is presented for each connected storage device. Processes are listed and can be sorted by various metrics such as CPU usage, memory usage, or PID. Users can interact with btop using keyboard shortcuts to navigate, sort, filter processes, and adjust settings.

Key features of btop include process management capabilities, allowing users to send signals to processes. It also supports customization of displayed information, color schemes, and various themes. btop is designed for performance and efficiency, aiming to provide detailed system insights without significant overhead. Installation is typically done through package managers or by compiling from source.