When it comes to command-line interfaces on Windows, you may have heard of Windows Terminal and PowerShell. While they both serve similar purposes, there are some key differences between them. In this tutorial, I will explain the differences between Windows Terminal and PowerShell and explore their features and use cases with examples. What is Windows … Read more
As a system administrator, I was required to list Windows features using PowerShell. In this tutorial, I will explain how to list Windows features using PowerShell. Let me show you how to do this. Note: Open PowerShell with administrative privileges by right-clicking the PowerShell icon and selecting “Run as Administrator. Listing Windows Features with Get-WindowsFeature … Read more
When it comes to command-line tools in Windows, two popular options often come up — Command Prompt (CMD) and Windows PowerShell. We will go through the core differences, key features, etc. This tutorial explains the differences between CMD and PowerShell, their features, and practical examples to help you understand which tool to use for your … Read more
As an IT administrator, you might need to check for Windows updates in your organization. A PowerShell script is suitable for checking for updates in multiple systems. Let me show you here how to check for Windows updates using PowerShell. If you manage multiple computers, especially in a corporate environment, you can use this PowerShell … Read more
Recently, I was required to update Windows on multiple systems. PowerShell is the best option for this. In this tutorial, I will explain how to install Windows updates using PowerShell. Unlike the traditional Windows Update GUI, PowerShell lets you script, schedule, and automate the entire update process. This is especially useful for system administrators managing … Read more
Many legacy applications require .NET Framework 3.5, which is crucial for running them. If you are an enterprise IT professional, you will receive this requirement. In this tutorial, I will explain how to install .NET Framework 3.5 using PowerShell. Prerequisites These prerequisites are crucial, so make sure you have: Install .NET Framework 3.5 Using PowerShell … Read more
Yesterday, one of my clients wanted us to create a complex folder structure for organizing projects and related files. The entire folder structure is presented in a .csv file. In this tutorial, I’ll walk you through the steps to create a PowerShell script that generates a folder structure based on data from a CSV file. … Read more
One of my clients required me to create multiple folders. For these kinds of requirements, PowerShell scripting is the best option. In this tutorial, I will explain how to create multiple folders in PowerShell using various methods. Create Multiple Folders in PowerShell Let me explain each method with some real examples with the complete script. … Read more
Have you ever needed to quickly find your HP laptop’s product number but couldn’t locate the sticker? Maybe you’re contacting HP support, checking your warranty status, or identifying your exact model for software compatibility. In this article, I will show you how to find HP laptop product number using PowerShell or the command prompt. I … Read more
As an IT administrator, managing user profiles on Windows computers is an important task to free up disk space and keep systems running smoothly. Over time, user profiles can accumulate and consume valuable storage, especially on shared devices. In this tutorial, I’ll walk you through how to use PowerShell to automatically delete user profiles older … Read more
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