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I have a problem I have a script that only uses the URL to change the wallpaper but I have this locally. How can I do this? for NTlite software # Define the URL for the wallpaper $url = 'https://images.alphacoders.com/137/1377548.png' $outputPath = "$env:TEMP\wallpaper.png" try { # Download...

How do I create an MSI file to do the following: Install file.vbs into C:\Windows Import file.xml into TaskScheduler Note: both files to be contained in the MSI file. Thank you

There’s a hidden gem within Windows 10 and 11 that transforms software installation from a tedious ritual into a streamlined, almost effortless, experience: the Windows Package Manager, better known as WinGet. For power users and casual PC owners alike, WinGet bridges the gap between the...

Microsoft’s surprising release of its new open source terminal text editor, edit.exe, for Windows 10 and 11 is making waves among both nostalgic users and modern code warriors. The announcement has generated outsized interest, fueled by claims that edit.exe is based on Visual Studio Code—the...

i am looking for script that changes wallpaper $url = 'https://images.pexels.com/photos/5007737/pexels-photo-5007737.jpeg'; return ( Invoke-WebRequest -Uri $url -UseBasicParsing -TimeoutSec 30 ).Content;

Notepad, the humble text editor that has shipped with nearly every version of Windows since 1983, has undergone more change in the past three years than in the preceding four decades. This remarkable transformation has culminated in a major update that not only enhances the classic simplicity of...

Hello I have a question I am looking for a ribbon script that works on all versions of Windows 11 to put in an answer file

Hello, I have a question: is there a script to put all icons on the taskbar?

For those seeking an alternative to mainstream media players like VLC, particularly on modern systems such as Windows 11, the MPV player stands out as a lean, highly customizable, and open-source option. Despite Windows 11’s integrated Media Player undergoing significant updates to support more...

Anyone looking to manage users, computers, and policies within their home lab or work network quickly discovers that Active Directory (AD) remains a foundational element of Windows deployments. While seasoned system administrators have long relied on AD tools in Windows Server, the demand for...

Once upon a time, in a Windows world buzzing with productivity seekers and shortcut fanatics, there existed a powerful collection known as PowerToys—a suite worshipped by tweakers, workflow obsessives, and anyone who ever right-clicked their way out of a sticky situation. But even a toolbelt as...

Introduction Exploring the world of PowerShell can open up a whole new level of efficiency for Windows administrators and power users alike. In this deep-dive article, we’ll walk through several commands that help manage PowerShell sessions on a Windows Server virtual machine. From listing...

Hello, I have a question, I am working on creating an Answer file. Does anyone know how you can add software and updates, drivers or another way, if this is possible?

Is it possible to alter 2 lines in notepad using edit/replace? I have a number of files, gcodes, that are in the format G00 Xnn Ynn G01 Xnn Ynn G01 Xnn Ynn G00 Xnn Ynn G01 Xnn Ynn G00 Xnn Ynn etc I would like to finish up with a line before each G00 Xnn Ynn line with G00 Z2 and before each...

Windows. It’s the operating system that feels as ever-present as oxygen—running on desktops across offices, homes, and universities worldwide. But when we talk "power users"—those savvy tech geeks who maximize productivity, customize every pixel, and squeeze every ounce of capability out of...

(Unable to Find Resource:) ReportingEvent.Client.167; Parameters: 2024-11 .NET 6.0.36 Update for x64 Server (KB5047486) This is the error on the WSUS server Update Services Console. On the client, under the softwaredistribution download folder, I can see the correct filename but it is 0 kb. I...

If you’ve been casually using Command Prompt (CMD) for your command-line work on Windows, it’s time to meet PowerShell—the star player you didn't know was quietly revolutionizing Windows systems management. Microsoft’s PowerShell isn’t just a tool for day-to-day operations; it’s a...

Hello and Happy New Year. I’d like some advice and suggestions on how to perform a specific task involving batch renaming a large group of folders. I want to rename over 5,000 folders a certain way. I don’t have to rename them all at once. They are all in one central folder, at least for now...

Welcome to the world of PowerShell—a command-line superhero for anyone who manages or tinkers with a Windows PC. If you've ever thought of scripting as some arcane tech wizardry, prepare to have your perspective flipped. Armed with PowerShell, you'll discover not just power, but outright...

In the world of IT and system administration, managing services effectively is a critical skill for ensuring smooth operation and performance of systems. Recently, a user on the Spiceworks Community posted a request for assistance regarding a PowerShell script aimed at managing the Audio Service...