Linux-equivalent of Task Manager?

So far, I'm loving Linux! I've just come from Windows so what's the linux equivalent of the task manager (or if there's seperate programs)? i.e. terminate processes, view cpu usage, ram, etc.. If it helps I'm using kdemod (and compiz-fusion which ROCKS!). I'm looking for more of a sleek style.
Last edited by KCE (2007-06-29 03:45:04)

Thank you for all the suggestions.KSys was what I was looking for but I also want something nicer looking always on display. I tried Conky (which looks perfect!) but problem is the transparency doesn't work with kde Although I did find this workaround. I'm also trying out Gkrellm.Hopefully that transparency bug gets fixed. Is there any tool like it that uses "true transparency"?
Last edited by KCE (2007-06-29 22:03:10)

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* https://support.mozilla.com/kb/Troubleshooting+extensions+and+themes

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[[Image:FirefoxSafeMode|width=520]]
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[[Image:Safe Mode Fx 15 - Win]]
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Task manager says Firefox 32

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No that is ok.
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