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
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
If you’ve ever tried to run a PowerShell script and encountered the error message “The file is not digitally signed. You cannot run this script on the current system”, you’re not alone. This is a common issue that many PowerShell users face, but fortunately, it’s relatively easy to fix. The File Is Not Digitally Signed; … Read more
As a PowerShlell developer, many times, you will need to search through text files, logs, or even command output for specific strings. You can achieve this by using the Select-String cmdlet in PowerShell. In this tutorial, I will explain, how to use Select-String for exact matches with some examples. PowerShell Select-String Cmdlet Let me first … Read more
As a PowerShell enthusiast, I often work with objects and their properties. One of the most useful cmdlets for manipulating objects is Select-Object. In this tutorial, I’ll show you how to use Select-Object to retrieve only the property values without the property names with some useful examples. PowerShell Select-Object Select-Object in PowerShell allows you to … Read more
In this tutorial, I will explain how to install Remote Server Administration Tools (RSAT) in Windows 11 using PowerShell. RSAT is essential for IT administrators who need to manage Windows Server roles and features from a remote computer. This tutorial will walk you through the process of efficiently setting up RSAT on your Windows 11 … Read more
In this tutorial, I will explain how to get Windows update history using PowerShell. This tutorial will be helpful if you want to keep track of updates across multiple machines. By this end, you will know how to retrieve update history, understand what updates have been applied, and troubleshoot any issues that might arise with … Read more
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