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A cmdlet -- pronounced 'command-let' -- is a small, lightweight command that is used in the Windows ...Read More

Cut coding corners with return values in PowerShell functions

By Anthony Howell 29 Mar 2021

In certain instances, a return keyword is a good option to exit the current scope of a function and to reduce the bloat from a PowerShell script. Read More

Learn how to create a scheduled task with PowerShell

By Adam Bertram 27 May 2020

When you need a reliable way to create a scheduled task, you can use PowerShell’s automation capabilities to reduce the likelihood of keying in mistakes. Read More

FAQ: Using Windows PowerShell commands to manage virtual desktops

By Margaret Jones 14 Aug 2012

Windows PowerShell commands aren't just for traditional desktops. Learn how to use PowerCLI, XenApp cmdlets and more to make VDI management a snap. Read More

Why move to PowerShell 7 from Windows PowerShell?

By Adam Bertram 04 Feb 2020

The next major release of this venerable automation tool features performance improvements and a bevy of new features that could sway many administrators to switch. Read More

Learn how to set up Windows Server 2022 SMB compression

By Brien Posey 15 Jul 2022

Microsoft added SMB compression to the new server OS to reduce bottlenecks when transferring files with Windows-based file shares. Read More

Mandiant: Microsoft 365 the 'Holy Grail' for nation-state hackers

By Alexander Culafi 05 Aug 2021

Mandiant researchers discussed mailbox compromises, app registration abuse and new extensions of the Golden SAML attack technique against Microsoft 365 at Black Hat 2021. Read More

Speed up onboarding with Active Directory user templates

By Damon Garn 02 Feb 2023

Active Directory account templates are not difficult to make. But it helps to know how to use certain shortcuts, like variables, to create home directories and roaming profiles. Read More

Try default values in PowerShell parameters for flexibility

By Anthony Howell 05 Apr 2021

When you lock down your code to work in specific conditions, your automation efforts can fall flat. Try these techniques to add more versatility to your PowerShell scripts. Read More

What is bloatware? How to identify and remove it

By Ben Cole, Nick Lewis 29 Dec 2020

Unwanted pre-installed software -- also known as bloatware -- has long posed security threats for computers and other devices. Here are strategies for how to detect bloatware and uninstall the potential threat. Read More

The future of PowerShell begins to sharpen in focus

By Tom Walat 27 Sep 2019

PowerShell's promise as a cross-platform management tool has come a long way, but much work still needs to be done for both Linux and Windows admins to pick up adoption. Read More