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whydoIhave5versionsoffirefoxwithdifferentPID#runningintaskmanagerdetails

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Should I be showing 5 different PID numbers running at the same time in task manager under details for Firefox?

Should I be showing 5 different PID numbers running at the same time in task manager under details for Firefox?

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Hi, those are called processes as since version 57 Firefox became a full fledged multi-processor and those are part of Firefox that is running, such as the Sandbox for audio/video and some other things and Extensions/add-ons that are running, browser tabs and windows. Ver 58 became Multi-Tread also.

If they add up to under 2 gig of ram that is doing ok, 1.5 even better. If you have a older computer with little ram and lower processor these can be turned down and or turned off please let us know if extreme ram/cpu usage or high heat.

Your Video Card Drivers for adapterDescription: AMD Radeon HD 7340 Graphics updates were ended but you should possible check for newer drivers (Crimson Edition) as they are quite old driverDate: 8-21-2015

Please let us know if this solved your issue or if need further assistance.

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Hi, those are called processes as since version 57 Firefox became a full fledged multi-processor and those are part of Firefox that is running, such as the Sandbox for audio/video and some other things and Extensions/add-ons that are running, browser tabs and windows. Ver 58 became Multi-Tread also.

If they add up to under 2 gig of ram that is doing ok, 1.5 even better. If you have a older computer with little ram and lower processor these can be turned down and or turned off please let us know if extreme ram/cpu usage or high heat.

Your Video Card Drivers for adapterDescription: AMD Radeon HD 7340 Graphics updates were ended but you should possible check for newer drivers (Crimson Edition) as they are quite old driverDate: 8-21-2015

Please let us know if this solved your issue or if need further assistance.