That really can’t be done with using a -like comparison operator and normal wildcards. Still not sure if you’d have a use case for having the matches of a regular expression displayed? Here’s when you ...

Loops are an essential part of any programming language, and PowerShell looping is no exception. Loops allow you to repeat a block of code multiple times, which can be useful for a wide range of tasks ...

PowerShell is an invaluable tool for System Administrators when it comes to troubleshooting system issues. With its wide range of built-in cmdlets and flexibility, PowerShell enables you to ...

If you’re trying to determine which of your servers require reboots, you’ll love this PowerShell script to check the status. It turns out that a simple way to identify servers that are pending reboot ...

Name This parameter is mandatory in most parameter sets Name is the name of the member, whether it’s a method or property. Methods on objects are called by using the parenthesis () to invoke the ...

I’ve mentioned previously about How to Create a Random Password using the .NET Framework. That works for Windows Powershell, but it doesn’t work for .NET 5, which is what modern versions of PowerShell ...

Did you move domains recently or reconfigure your System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM)? Maybe you’ve found your Config Manager site code broken. Here’s a one-liner that shows you How to update a ...

If you’ve not started streamlining your typing at the console by using these PowerShell aliases, you can get more done per keystroke. A good thing to keep in mind is that while aliases can help a lot ...

Best Practices and Precautions Always back up the registry before making changes to reduce the risk of unintended consequences. Run PowerShell with administrative privileges when modifying the ...

PowerShell modules are packages of scripts, functions, and other resources that can be used to extend the functionality of PowerShell. Modules can be created by anyone and shared with the community, ...

Gathering system information is a crucial aspect of system administration, as it helps you understand the resources and components of your infrastructure. In this article, we will explore how to use ...

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 ...