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Introduction Remote Server Administration Tools (RSAT) are essential for IT administrators responsible for managing remote servers in Windows networks. Though many assume RSAT is a standalone application that can be downloaded from the internet, it is not. These tools are integrated into Windows...

Understanding the firmware versions of devices running Windows 10 or Windows 11 is of paramount importance for users looking to ensure system functionality and compatibility. Firmware checks can assist in the installation and updating of drivers, enable effective troubleshooting, and contribute...

Introduction The Windows Management Instrumentation Command Line (WMIC) utility has been a foundational tool for managing Windows systems. However, with the evolution of technology, Microsoft has announced the deprecation of WMIC. This change has important implications for users and applications...

In the realm of scripting for web development and task automation, evolution is a constant. To keep pace with modern efficiency, Microsoft is making strategic changes, including phasing out VBScript in favor of more advanced alternatives like JavaScript and PowerShell. Let's delve into the...

I've made a PowerShell command which takes all the shortcuts in the folder you direct it to, and it makes registry keys for them so that they show up as installed apps. They get an appropriate icon and name. You can uninstall it to, HOWEVER uninstalling it simply removes the registry key so...

Hello, We are trying to build a powershell script which will be executed on any client which should be able to search/install windows updates from a wsus server which resides in our network but it is not the default option in the clients configuration. The severs are configured with let's say...

My WiFi NIC will always use 127.0.0.1 when its TCP/IP settings are on DHCP. If I change to static no issue but as you can imagine this creates some unwanted issues every time I connect with my laptop to a new WiFI network (as the address range is different) InterfaceAlias...

I am multibooting 3 drives (1 Win10 and 2 Win11) the boot manager on one win11 drive is selected in bios. It works but in addition to the named drives it also lists the three efi partitions which are unbootable -of course. I am not sure why they are there and they are a nuisance. How can I...

Hello, after adding disks to a clustered ThinkAgile node, we have the disks in a "lost communication" state. We tried several solutions without success below are the steps we tried First, create an array of the disks that are failing or failed. $disk = get-physicaldisk | where-object...

I was unable to add files to one specific folder on a Blu-ray disc. Later, there was a zero-byte file dated 1974-07-25 that would result in error 0x80070570 when trying to rename it in Windows Explorer. Trying to open it with Notepad or through the "type" command inside CMD results in an error...

I am trying to start a Hyper-V VM from a Powershell using the 'start-vm' command. This works fine, except that it starts up headless (i.e. the 'Virtual Machine Connection' window doesn't open up). Is there a way to make this happen?

Hi. Question: How to disable tablet mode. Problem: reaccuring changes from desktop to a tablet mode. How to disable tablet mode in a permanently way? This very machine keeps change this with a couple of months reaccuring. Perhaps there is a powershell script or something that could be run...

Hi, my problem is that my computer does not have a windows security I tried using these 2 commands in powershell but didnt work : Get-AppxPackage Microsoft.SecHealthUI -AllUsers | Reset-AppxPackage Get-AppXPackage -AllUsers | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register...

Windows 11: I receive "access denied" by calling "Pin At Start" from the command line, no mather wich language PowerShell or VBscript. Both are called using administrator rights. PowerShell ========== Error ===== PS C:\Users\roberto> .\t.ps1 Pin-App : App(s) not found: C:\Program...

I am trying to reinstall the Windows 10 Settings app I got this off the web: PowerShell -ExecutionPolicy Unrestricted Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register $Env:SystemRootImmersiveControlPanelAppxManifest.xml when I run it I get this: cmdlet Add-AppxPackage at command pipeline...

Dears, I need to download excel file from my Gdrive account with current date as filename and save it at specific folder when computer starts. I tried from internet but could not succeed. Kindly guide me Regards,

Hi, I have created a new image for a Dell Latitude 5320 windows 11 and got it right where I wanted it. When logged in as the administrator of course I do everything under that account because at the time the laptop is in audit mode. I have completely uninstall quite a few apps like some of the...

Hello everyone! I really need help here. I work at a government company and need to connect with a proxy. On browsers there is no problem, but when i need to install something with npm or choco i cant do it via powershell or cmd as administrator. I have my credentials and the proxy ip and port...

I have windows 7 64 bit 500 GB hard disk with one primary and two other partions.I had installed the latest version of vs code the 'system installation' for all users .it opened correctly the first time.But then I tried the command code . in powershell terminal to open vs code without enabling...

I'm currently having trouble with Windows 10 "insisting" on temporary profiles. I started my troubleshooting when it decided to fail to run windows store apps. All I wanted to do that day, was take a video with my camera app. I ended up doing it with my android phone, then waiting for it to...