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NirCmd is a free command-line utility from NirSoft that allows users to perform various system tasks without manual interaction. On WindowsForum.com, members discuss using NirCmd in batch files for tasks like remote computer locking and running live wallpapers on the lock screen. The tool is often combined with other utilities such as PsTools and Windows Task Scheduler to automate processes across Windows 11, 10, 8.1, and 7. Common use cases include executing system commands, managing registry imports, and enhancing the lock screen experience. NirCmd is valued for its ability to streamline administrative and customization tasks through simple scripting.
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    Windows 10 A guide on how to remote lock computers on the network with one batch file

    This method works on Windows 11,10, 8.1 & 7 as well. All programs for this guide are free. Download links PsTools PsTools - Windows Sysinternals FePsTools Front-end for PsTools | DaviTools Nircmd (At the bottom of the page. Not the 64 bit one.) NirCmd - Windows command line tool Winrar...
    • Johncoool
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    • administrator batch file command execution command line configuration fepstools file sharing network tools nircmd pstools remote lock remote management system administration tool configuration windows 10 windows 11 windows 7 windows 8.1
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Windows Tutorials
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    Windows 10 A Guide on how to Run Live Wallpaper on Lock Screen.

    2024 Update! This guide is to show different methods to run live wallpaper on top of Windows Lock-Screen securely that include videos or GIF files. So it is customizable. It takes 2 programs to get it to work as soon as the Screen is locked with the assistance of Windows Task scheduler. These...
    • Johncoool
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    • customizable exe files gif guide installation live wallpapers lock screen nircmd runsaver screensaver secure task scheduler topaz video video conversion windows 10 windows 11 windows 7 windows 8.1 winrar
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Windows Tutorials
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    Windows 7 Importing reg file doesn't work from batch file, but works fine manually

    I just can't figure this out: When I import/merge a .reg file (v5 format) manually by right-clicking the file in Explorer, it works perfectly. But if I try to import the very same .reg file in a batch file, it doesn't do anything! The .reg file is only changing keys under HKEY_USERS. Here's a...
    • Ninethe
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    • administrator batch file elevation file extensions hkey_users nircmd permissions regedit registry script error uac windows 7
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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