About this tag
The cim powershell tag on WindowsForum.com covers discussions about the Common Information Model (CIM) and its role in Windows management, particularly in the context of PowerShell. Recent content highlights the removal of the legacy WMIC utility in Windows 11 Insider builds, which pushes administrators to transition to CIM-based cmdlets in PowerShell for scripting and management tasks. The tag addresses topics such as script compatibility, deployment routines, and the shift from WMIC to modern CIM approaches. It is relevant for IT professionals and system administrators who use PowerShell for Windows management and need to adapt to evolving Microsoft tooling.
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    Windows 11 Beta Removes WMIC, Breaking Legacy Scripts

    Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.9202 for the standard Beta track and Build 28020.2731 for Beta (26H1), but the important change is not simply that two new previews are available. Both builds remove the legacy wmic.exe command-line utility, putting scripts...