PowerShell & Batch

Save Time and Work Smarter: Add `Environment Paths` to Windows 11 Now

2023-03-19
PowerShell & Batch, Scripting
5 min read

As an IT professional, you understand the importance of environment paths. These paths help your computer locate files and programs necessary for your work. However, you might be wondering how to add environment paths to Windows 11. In this blog post, we will guide you through the process step-by-step. Prerequisites… Read More »Save Time and Work Smarter: Add Environment Paths to Windows 11 Now

Writing `Batch Files` That Stand the Test of Time: Using `Comments` to Document Changes

2023-03-19
PowerShell & Batch, Scripting
5 min read

As an IT professional, you are no stranger to batch files. Batch files are scripts that automate tasks in Windows. Comments are an essential component of batch files. They help you and other IT professionals understand the purpose of the script and how it works. In this blog, we will… Read More »Writing Batch Files That Stand the Test of Time: Using Comments to Document Changes

Automate Your Tasks in Windows with `Batch Files`

2023-03-14
PowerShell & Batch, Scripting, Windows
6 min read

Are you tired of executing the same tasks repeatedly in Windows? Do you want to automate your workflows and save time? Look no further than batch files! In this guide, we will cover the basics of writing batch files in Windows, best practices, frequently asked questions, prerequisites, and code snippet… Read More »Automate Your Tasks in Windows with Batch Files

The Most Useful `Windows Commands` for Everyday Tasks

2023-03-14
PowerShell & Batch, Productivity, Windows
5 min read

TLDR; This article covers the most useful Windows commands for everyday tasks, including basic file management, network-related commands, and system-related commands. Some of the most important commands covered are dir (Directory listing), cd (Change directory), copy (Copy files), ping (Test network connectivity), tasklist (List running processes), systeminfo (Display system information),… Read More »The Most Useful Windows Commands for Everyday Tasks

Step-by-Step Guide For Using Basic `Windows Commands For Automation`

2023-03-14
Automation, PowerShell & Batch, Productivity, Scripting, Windows
4 min read

Windows commands can be used to automate various tasks and improve your productivity. In this guide, we will walk you through the steps of using Windows commands for automation. This guide is aimed at users who have prior knowledge of the command line interface and Windows operating system. Prerequisites Before… Read More »Step-by-Step Guide For Using Basic Windows Commands For Automation

Conquer Windows with These `Basic Commands`

2023-03-14
PowerShell & Batch, Windows
4 min read

If you’re a Windows user, you might have come across the terminal or the command prompt. This guide will help you compile a list of basic, but most useful Windows commands for your everyday needs. Navigating the File System The first set of commands we’ll look at are the ones… Read More »Conquer Windows with These Basic Commands

`Diagnosing` Network Problems with `PowerShell` in Windows 11

2023-03-14
Networking, PowerShell & Batch, Windows
2 min read

Some useful PowerShell commands for network troubleshooting in Windows 11: Get-NetIPConfiguration: This command allows you to view the current IP configuration of your network adapter. This is useful for identifying issues with your IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway. Test-NetConnection: This command allows you to test the connectivity of… Read More »Diagnosing Network Problems with PowerShell in Windows 11

`Piping` Windows and Linux Commands with `WSL`

2023-03-14
Linux, PowerShell & Batch, Windows
3 min read

Introduction to piping and how it works: Piping is a way to redirect the output of one command to the input of another command, using the “|” symbol. For example: This will take the output of command1 and use it as the input for command2. This allows you to chain… Read More »Piping Windows and Linux Commands with WSL

Tracing Your Network’s Route: A Step-by-Step Guide to Using `Tracert` in Windows

2023-03-14
Networking, PowerShell & Batch, Windows
3 min read

What is “tracert” and what does it do? How to use “tracert” in Windows 11 Example In this example, “tracert” sends an ICMP Echo Request message to the first router (Router1), which responds with an ICMP Echo Reply message. “tracert” then sends an Echo Request message to Router2, which responds… Read More »Tracing Your Network’s Route: A Step-by-Step Guide to Using Tracert in Windows

`ipconfig` to the Rescue: Solving Slow Internet Issues on Windows 11

2023-03-14
Networking, PowerShell & Batch, Windows
4 min read

Introduction to ipconfig and its basic usage Viewing the current network configuration with ipconfig Example: Flushing and renewing the DNS cache with ipconfig Example: Example: Releasing and renewing the IP address with ipconfig Example: Example: Advanced usage of ipconfig for troubleshooting network issues I hope this outline and examples have… Read More »ipconfig to the Rescue: Solving Slow Internet Issues on Windows 11