installing a program is putting the files of the program in different directories to make it work on the computer. running a program is having the program work and not just putting it on the computer.
Programs that are running but not in use are running in the "background."
Someone can avoid installing adware spyware programs on their computer by avoiding installing random things from the internet and only installing things from the official website of a program. Also, install an antivirus program on your computer.
Programs that are running will be in 'Task Manager' this can be accessed by right-clicking the taskbar and then selecting 'Tast Manager', programs that are not in use will not be running/seen until started.
they cost of running the programs is too high
There are a lot of programs running in the backround which need to shut off properly before your computer can shut down. To see these programs, press Ctrl/Alt/Delete to get the Task Manager, click on programs running tab and you will see a list of all the programs running.
A computer's RAM can only be increased by installing more memory modules. For a computer that already has the maximum allowed amount, one can improve performance by running fewer programs at the same time.
contains events generated by specific programs running on the computer
Each antivirus uses up about 5% of your ram when it is not running. if you install more than one anti virus your computer will become extremely slow
Improvement of independence of programs and data.
A system can be hacked by programs running in either the foreground or the background; it all depends on their stability and security preparedness.
The icons represent programs that are running on your phone. All running programs eat up battery power. Shutting down programs after you use them will conserve battery life.
Yes, any programs you see on your taskbar are running. If you have them "open" then that would make them active, if they are minimized they are still running, but only in the background. To see a list of all running programs (active and inactive), press "CTRL + ALT + DEL" to view a task manager. From that window you can end any processes you don't want running.