cumulative cpu usage

One of the core aspects of Linux system administration and performance monitoring involves keeping an eye on how processes utilize system resources, particularly CPU usage. In this blog post, we'll delve into the nuances of using the ps command in Linux to parse and calculate cumulative CPU usage of running processes. We'll start with a Q&A format to address some common queries, follow up with more examples and explanations, and cap things off with an executable script that illustrates the practical application. A1: The ps (Process Status) command in Linux is a powerful utility that shows information concerning a selection of running processes. It's widely used for monitoring the processes running on a system.