/usr/bin/htop

In plain words

/usr/bin/htop is a system monitoring tool that displays running processes and system resource usage in an interactive terminal interface. It's designed for developers, system administrators, and power users who need to track CPU, memory, and other performance metrics on their machines. The tool stands out for its real-time, color-coded display and keyboard-driven controls that make it easier to navigate and manage processes compared to traditional command-line alternatives.

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