System Information: Getting Hardware, Software, and OS Details
Gathering system information is a crucial aspect of system administration, as it helps you understand the resources and components of your infrastructure.
Using -match and the $matches variable in PowerShell
I’ve been rereading the Windows PowerShell Cookbook and I came across a variable I hadn’t noticed before… It turns out to be related to the -match comparison operator. -Match performs a regular expression comparison. A simple way of thinking about regular expressions is that they “describe” the patterns of characters. Another way of thinking of regular […]
Ultimate Guide to Using PowerShell Add-Member Cmdlet
ScriptMethod: Add a method to your object that processes a scriptblock when called. CodeProperty: Code properties get their values by referencing a method of a .NET object. CodeMethod: Add a method to your object that references a method of a .NET object. Between these few property and method membertypes, you’re able to add members to your object to suit your specific needs.
Introduction to PowerShell: What It Is and Why You Should Use It
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced administrator, PowerShell is a tool that you simply can't afford to ignore. PowerShell is more than just a programming language - it's a way to manage and operate all kinds of technologies.
PowerShell Hashtables: Creating, Adding and Accessing
PowerShell hashtables are a type of collection that allow you to store data in a key-value format. They’re incredibly useful for storing and retrieving data, and they’re a common feature in PowerShell scripts.
Windows Registry with PowerShell: Reading, Writing and Deleting …
PowerShell gives us flexible tools to manage the Windows Registry, making it essential for system administrators. Read, write and delete keys.
PowerShell Functions: Creating, Calling, and Returning
Functions are an essential part of any programming language, and PowerShell is no exception. In this article, we will cover everything you need to know about functions in PowerShell.
Looking at Installed Certificates with PowerShell
Q. How can I see what certificates are installed on a Windows computer with PowerShell? A. Using PowerShell to view certificates is easy. PowerShell has a provider that exposes the certificates store which is part of the pki and security modules, which are loaded automatically as long as you’re on version 3 or greater.
PowerShell Remoting: Connecting to Remote Systems
PowerShell Remoting is a powerful feature that allows administrators to manage multiple remote systems from a single console. It allows you to run commands and scripts on remote computers, transfer files, and access remote resources as if they were local.
How To Find Dell System Tag Using PowerShell
I administer a lot of computer brands, and support a wide ecosystem. But I see a lot of Dell Laptops, Desktops, and Servers in my normal day-to-day. A common task is to rebuild a system, or to update a driver after troubleshooting blue screens. When it’s time to download drivers, there’s one sequence of events […]