Six key performance metrics for Linux servers have been outlined in a TecMint article.
6 Key Performance Metrics to Monitor in Linux Servers
There are several command-line-based and graphical user interface tools for monitoring CPU usage on a Linux system such as top, glances, htop, and more.
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6 Key Performance Metrics to Monitor in Linux Servers