Comment by YmiYugy
6 months ago
They do: https://developer.chrome.com/docs/extensions/reference/api/p...
But yeah, having that build into your browser is a huge advantage over having to nag your users to install an extension or worse convincing the IT department that it's worth installing.
The special built-in API reveals system-wide CPU usage, not just for browser processes. Still surprised extensions can see browser processes though.
Edit: https://developer.chrome.com/docs/extensions/reference/api/s... seems to provide that, though