How to Check Your Windows PC Uptime
Check your system's uptime to see if a quick reboot could solve slowdowns or bugs.
I remember a time when my PC started acting sluggish—apps took longer to open, and everything felt just a bit off. I couldn't recall the last time I'd restarted it. Curious, I decided to check how long it had been running. To my surprise, it had been up for over 10 days straight! That explained the performance dip. Since then, I've made it a habit to monitor my system's uptime regularly.
Knowing how long your Windows PC has been on can be quite helpful. Whether you're troubleshooting issues, managing system performance, or just curious, Windows offers several built-in methods to check your system's uptime. Here's how to do it.
Steps to Check PC Uptime via Task Manager
Step 1: Right-click the Start button on the taskbar and select "Task Manager" from the displayed options
Step 2: In the Task Manager, switch to the Performance tab
Step 3: Ensure you're on the CPU tab
Step 4: Finally, look for the Up time section at the bottom right. This displays the duration since your last reboot in the Days:Hours:Minutes:Seconds format
Steps to Check PC Uptime Through Command Prompt
Step 1: Open the Start Menu, type "cmd" in the search bar, and click the Command Prompt app
Step 2: Type the following command in the command prompt window and press Enter: systeminfo | find "System Boot Time"
Step 3: Consequently, the command will display the exact date and time your system last rebooted
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Conclusion
Regularly checking your PC's uptime can be a valuable habit. It helps in identifying performance issues, understanding system behaviour, and ensuring optimal operation. Whether you're a casual user or a tech enthusiast, these built-in Windows tools make it easy to monitor how long your system has been running.
So, the next time your computer feels a bit off, take a moment to check its uptime—it might just be due for a reboot.
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