[Feature Request] Show cpu temp in taskbar

[port4pc]

Description of the new feature / enhancement

The feature would display the current CPU temperature in the taskbar, providing real-time temperature monitoring without the need to open any additional software or windows. Users should be able to see the temperature at a glance, similar to how system clocks or network statuses are shown.

Expected behavior:

The CPU temperature is shown in the taskbar as an icon or text.
The temperature should automatically update at regular intervals (e.g., every 1-2 seconds).
Users can customize the display, such as changing units (Celsius/Fahrenheit) or adjusting update frequency.
There should be an option to alert the user if the CPU temperature exceeds a certain threshold.
The feature should have minimal impact on system performance and resource usage.

Scenario when this would be used?

This feature would be particularly useful in the following scenarios:

Performance Monitoring: When users are running resource-intensive applications like gaming, video editing, or compiling large projects, they can monitor their CPU temperature in real-time to ensure it stays within safe limits, avoiding overheating and potential damage.

Overclocking: Users who overclock their CPUs often monitor temperatures to prevent overheating. Having this information directly in the taskbar helps them adjust performance and cooling mechanisms without needing additional software.

Thermal Troubleshooting: If a user suspects that their system is overheating or has poor cooling, they can use this feature to keep an eye on temperature spikes while running different applications and identify issues more easily.

Battery Optimization: Laptop users might want to keep an eye on CPU temperature to manage performance and prevent the laptop from becoming too hot, which could drain the battery faster and degrade battery health over time.

System Maintenance: Technicians or users maintaining multiple systems might use this to monitor system health quickly, ensuring that cooling mechanisms are functioning correctly across different machines.

Supporting information

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[crutkas]

/dup #445

[microsoft-github-policy-service]

Hi! We've identified this issue as a duplicate of another one that already exists on this Issue Tracker. This specific instance is being closed in favor of tracking the concern over on the referenced thread. Thanks for your report!