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Troubleshooting Processes with Sysinternals Process Explorer

Sami Laiho

This course teaches you how to get the most out of the most downloaded tool from the Sysinternals toolkit - Process Explorer. This is the second course of a great learning path on PluralSight.

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This course teaches you how to get the most out of the most downloaded tool from the Sysinternals toolkit - Process Explorer. This is the second course of a great learning path on PluralSight.

Task Manager is one of the most used troubleshooting tools by people, which is bad as it can technically never know what's wrong with your Computer. To become a better troubleshooter you should move from looking at processes with Task Manager to looking at threads on Process Explorer. In this course, Troubleshooting Processes with Sysinternals Process Explorer, you'll learn how to become a power user of the most downloaded tool of the Sysinternals toolkit. First, you'll explore how to find troubled processes and threads in Windows. Next, you'll discover how to find performance bottlenecks in Windows. Finally, you'll learn how to find Malware in Windows and how to get rid of them. By the end of this course, you'll know how to effectively use the most important troubleshooting tool available.

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Syllabus

Course Overview
Overview of Process Explorer
Using the User Interface of Process Explorer
Working with DLLs and Handles
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Viewing Process Details
Viewing Thread Details
Verifying Image Signatures
Using VirusTotal to Hunt Malware
Using the Display Options of Process Explorer
Miscellaneous Features

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Know what's good
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Helped you understand Sysinternals toolkit and Process Explorer
Provides good resources for learning
Instructor Sami Laiho is known for excellence
Learn how to use Process Explorer, which is a highly relevant tool in the industry
Provides guidance on how to become a power user of Process Explorer
Covers a wide range of topics, from finding troubled processes to getting rid of malware

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Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Troubleshooting Processes with Sysinternals Process Explorer with these activities:
Review Basic Command Line Commands
Build a stronger foundation by reviewing basic command line commands used in conjunction with Process Explorer.
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  • Review syntax and usage of common commands (e.g., cd, dir, help).
  • Practice using these commands from the Windows command prompt.
Organize Course Materials for Effective Review
Enhance learning by organizing and reviewing key course materials to solidify understanding.
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  • Gather all course materials (e.g., notes, assignments, quizzes).
  • Create a system for organizing the materials based on topics or relevance.
  • Review the materials regularly, focusing on key concepts and difficult topics.
Identify Performance Bottlenecks Using Process Explorer
Solidify understanding by practicing identification of performance bottlenecks using Process Explorer's features.
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  • Open a program that is known to experience performance issues.
  • Use Process Explorer to monitor CPU and memory usage of the program.
  • Identify potential performance bottlenecks based on the data collected.
  • Suggest possible solutions to address the bottlenecks.
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Advanced Debugging with Process Explorer
Expand knowledge by following a tutorial to debug advanced issues using Process Explorer's features.
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  • Find a tutorial on advanced debugging with Process Explorer.
  • Follow the steps in the tutorial to troubleshoot a specific issue.
  • Note down key concepts and techniques learned.
Troubleshoot a Real-World System Issue
Test and apply skills by troubleshooting a real-world system issue using Process Explorer's advanced features.
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  • Identify a system issue that you are experiencing.
  • Use Process Explorer to gather data and analyze the issue.
  • Develop and implement solutions to resolve the issue.
  • Document the troubleshooting process and results.
Document and Share Troubleshooting Process
Deepen understanding by documenting and sharing a step-by-step troubleshooting process using Process Explorer.
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  • Identify a complex troubleshooting scenario.
  • Use Process Explorer to troubleshoot the issue and document each step.
  • Create a detailed report or guide that outlines the troubleshooting process.
  • Share the report or guide with others to aid their learning.

Career center

Learners who complete Troubleshooting Processes with Sysinternals Process Explorer will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:
Malware Analyst
Malware Analysts identify, analyze, and mitigate malware threats. They also develop and implement malware detection and prevention strategies. This course may be useful for this field as it teaches how to identify and troubleshoot issues with malware processes and threads.
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Forensic Computer Analyst
Forensic Computer Analysts investigate computer crimes and recover digital evidence. They also testify in court as expert witnesses. This course, Troubleshooting Processes with Sysinternals Process Explorer, may be useful in this field as it teaches how to identify and troubleshoot issues with computer processes and threads.
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Software Engineer
Software Engineers design, develop, and test software systems. They also maintain and update existing software. This course, Troubleshooting Processes with Sysinternals Process Explorer, may be useful in this field as it teaches how to identify and troubleshoot issues with software processes and threads.
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DevOps Engineer
DevOps Engineers work to bridge the gap between development and operations teams. They automate and streamline the software development process. This course, Troubleshooting Processes with Sysinternals Process Explorer, may be useful in this field as it teaches how to identify and troubleshoot issues with software development processes and threads.
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Security Analyst
Security Analysts identify and mitigate security risks to computer systems and networks. They also investigate security breaches and develop security plans. This course, Troubleshooting Processes with Sysinternals Process Explorer, may be useful in this field as it teaches how to identify and troubleshoot issues with security processes and threads.
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IT Auditor
IT Auditors evaluate the security and efficiency of computer systems and networks. They also make recommendations for improvements. This course may be useful for this field as it teaches how to identify and troubleshoot issues with computer processes and threads.
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Database Administrator
Database Administrators design, implement, and maintain databases. They also troubleshoot and resolve database issues. This course, Troubleshooting Processes with Sysinternals Process Explorer, may be useful in this field as it teaches how to identify and troubleshoot issues with database processes and threads.
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IT Support Specialist
IT Support Specialists provide technical support to computer users. They troubleshoot and resolve computer hardware and software issues, and they also install and maintain computer systems. This course may be useful for this field as it teaches how to identify and troubleshoot issues with computer processes and threads.
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Computer Programmer
Computer Programmers design, develop, and test computer programs. They also maintain and update existing software. This course may be useful for this field as it teaches how to identify and troubleshoot issues with computer processes and threads.
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Systems Administrator
Systems Administrators manage and maintain computer systems. They also troubleshoot and resolve system issues. This course may be useful for this field as it teaches how to identify and troubleshoot issues with system processes and threads.
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Web Developer
Web Developers design, develop, and maintain websites. They also troubleshoot and resolve website issues. This course may be useful for this field as it teaches how to identify and troubleshoot issues with web server processes and threads.
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Cloud Architect
Cloud Architects design, implement, and maintain cloud computing systems. They also troubleshoot and resolve cloud computing issues. This course may be useful for this field as it teaches how to identify and troubleshoot issues with cloud computing processes and threads.
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IT Consultant
IT Consultants provide advice and guidance to businesses on how to use computer technology. They also help businesses implement and maintain computer systems. This course, Troubleshooting Processes with Sysinternals Process Explorer, may be useful in this field as it teaches how to identify and troubleshoot issues with computer processes and threads.
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Network Administrator
Network Administrators design, implement, and maintain computer networks. They also troubleshoot and resolve network issues. This course, Troubleshooting Processes with Sysinternals Process Explorer, may be useful in this field as it teaches how to identify and troubleshoot issues with network processes and threads.
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Computer Hardware Engineer
Computer Hardware Engineers design, develop, and test computer hardware components, such as processors, motherboards, and memory. They also work on the integration of hardware and software systems. This course, Troubleshooting Processes with Sysinternals Process Explorer, may be useful in this field as it teaches how to identify and troubleshoot issues with computer hardware and software.
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Reading list

We've selected nine books that we think will supplement your learning. Use these to develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a deeper understanding of the topics covered in Troubleshooting Processes with Sysinternals Process Explorer.
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Windows Internals
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Provides a comprehensive overview of the Sysinternals suite of tools, including Process Explorer. It valuable resource for anyone who wants to learn more about how to use Process Explorer to troubleshoot Windows systems.
Windows Internals: System architecture, processes,...
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Windows Internals, Part 2 (Developer Reference)
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Windows Internals, Part 1: Covering Windows Server...
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Windows Internals, Part 2 (Developer Reference)
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(Deutsch) Windows Internals: Band 1: Systemarchitektur,...
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Windows Internals, Part 1
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Provides in-depth information on the internal workings of Windows, including processes and threads. It is an excellent reference for anyone who wants to learn more about the topics covered in the course.
Windows Internals, Part 1
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Windows Internals, Part 2
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Provides a deep dive into the internal workings of Windows, including the process and thread management subsystems. It valuable resource for anyone who wants to learn more about how Process Explorer works and how to use it to troubleshoot Windows systems.
Windows Internals, Part 2
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Windows Internals, Part 2
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Practical Malware Analysis
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Provides a practical guide to malware analysis. It valuable resource for anyone who wants to learn how to identify and analyze malware.
Practical Malware Analysis: The Hands-On Guide to...
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Practical Malware Analysis: The Hands-On Guide to...
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Rootkits
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Provides a comprehensive guide to rootkits. It valuable resource for anyone who wants to learn how to detect and prevent rootkits.
Rootkits: Subverting the Windows Kernel: Subverting...
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The Art of Memory Forensics
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Provides a comprehensive guide to memory forensics. It valuable resource for anyone who wants to learn how to investigate computer crimes using memory forensics.
The Art of Memory Forensics: Detecting Malware and...
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Digital Child Pornography
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Provides a comprehensive guide to using the Windows Forensic Analysis Toolkit. It valuable resource for anyone who wants to learn how to use this tool to investigate computer crimes.
Digital Child Pornography: A Practical Guide for...
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Security Practitioner and Cryptography Handbook and...
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Provides a comprehensive guide to cryptography. It valuable resource for anyone who wants to learn more about these topics.
Security Practitioner and Cryptography Handbook and...
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Computer Security
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Provides a comprehensive guide to computer security. It valuable resource for anyone who wants to learn more about these topics.
Computer Security
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Computer Security
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Helped you understand Sysinternals toolkit and Process Explorer
Provides good resources for learning
Instructor Sami Laiho is known for excellence
Learn how to use Process Explorer, which is a highly relevant tool in the industry
Provides guidance on how to become a power user of Process Explorer
Covers a wide range of topics, from finding troubled processes to getting rid of malware
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