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PowerShell

PowerShell

PowerShell

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Also known as: Windows PowerShell, pwsh

Last updated August 7, 2026

Definition

PowerShell is a Microsoft command-line shell and scripting language used to automate administration and manage Windows and cloud systems.

Real-World Example

An IT admin can write a PowerShell script to create user accounts and assign folders in bulk instead of clicking through dialogs.

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