How do I reduce CPU usage on MacBook Pro?

Computer has been acting sooo slow. How can I stop any background processing and reduce cpu usage



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Original Title: Slowed down dramatically

MacBook Pro 13″, macOS 13.7

Posted on Aug 22, 2025 04:14 PM

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Aug 22, 2025 04:56 PM in response to toney160

Post the free EtreCheck report. It contains no personal information and will provide a wealth of information including what is using your CPU, Hard Drive performance, and third party processes that continue to run in the background after every startup. All will contribute to the slow performance you are experiencing.

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