
What is PowerShell? - PowerShell | Microsoft Learn
Jul 7, 2025 · PowerShell is a cross-platform task automation solution made up of a command-line shell, a scripting language, and a configuration management framework. PowerShell runs on Windows, …
PowerShell Documentation - PowerShell | Microsoft Learn
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Getting Started with PowerShell - PowerShell | Microsoft Learn
Feb 6, 2026 · Windows PowerShell is an easy-to-use command-line shell and scripting environment for automating administrative tasks of Windows-based systems. Windows PowerShell is preinstalled on …
Running commands in the shell - PowerShell | Microsoft Learn
Dec 1, 2025 · PowerShell is a command-line shell and a scripting language used for automation. Similar to other shells, like bash on Linux or the Windows Command Shell (cmd.exe), PowerShell lets you …
Windows PowerShell Reference - PowerShell | Microsoft Learn
May 20, 2025 · Windows PowerShell Resources In addition to the Windows PowerShell SDK, the following resources provide more information. Getting Started with Windows PowerShell Provides an …
Windows PowerShell Language Specification 3.0 - PowerShell
Jan 8, 2025 · PowerShell is a command-line shell and scripting language, designed especially for system administrators. Most shells operate by executing a command or utility in a new process, and …
Discover PowerShell - PowerShell | Microsoft Learn
Feb 24, 2026 · PowerShell is a command-line shell and a scripting language in one. PowerShell started out on Windows to help automate administrative tasks. Now, it runs cross platform and can be used …
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about_Language_Keywords - PowerShell | Microsoft Learn
Sep 29, 2025 · Describes the keywords in the PowerShell scripting language.
What is a PowerShell command? - PowerShell | Microsoft Learn
Mar 7, 2024 · What is a cmdlet? Cmdlets are native PowerShell commands, not stand-alone executables. Cmdlets are collected into PowerShell modules that can be loaded on demand. …