Issue Description
Mac feels slow but the cause isn’t obvious.
Common Causes
- Background processes
- Memory pressure
- Disk activity bottlenecks
Step-by-Step Solution
Step 1: Check CPU Usage
- Open Activity Monitor → CPU
- Sort by CPU usage
Step 2: Check Memory Pressure
- Switch to Memory tab
- Red pressure = RAM shortage
Step 3: Check Disk Activity
- Open Disk tab
- Look for sustained high reads/writes
Step 4: Quit Problematic Processes
- Select process → Quit
Explore Further
- Identify runaway background agents
Prevention & Best Practices
Monitor performance monthly.