"why is my Linux so damn slow?"

[M. Fioretti]

On Sat, Feb 12, 2011 11:01:49 AM -0600, Rick Sewill (rsewill at gmail.com) wrote:
> What devices are connected to your system?
> 
> Perhaps a Linux driver, for a device is having problems.
> Perhaps a device is generating lots of interrupts.
> 
> Can you disconnect any devices and see if the slowness goes away?

besides hard drive and DVD burner there are only Logitech webcam,
wheelmouse and earphone microphone, but everything is plugged in the
back which is not really accessible without moving furniture. I'll do
that if needed, but isn't a way to check for those interrupts from the
prompt?

Thanks,
Marco