The estd daemon dynamically sets the CPU-frequency on SpeedStep-enabled and PowerNow! CPUs depending on current cpu-utilization. It is written for systems running NetBSD or DragonFly. Examples: Maximize battery lifetime by limiting CPU-frequency to 1000 MHz and switching to lower speeds fast: estd -d -b -M 1000 Maximize performance by running at least at 1400MHz and switching to higher speeds real fast: estd -d -a -m 1400