Let’s start with a simple question, what is PowerShell? Microsoft developed Windows PowerShell as a tool that helps to simplify tedious and repetitive network administrative tasks. It is fast replacing the command prompt because of its capability to deliver more power and control over windows operating system.

To give you an idea about how extensively it is used; PowerShell is used across the Microsoft ecosystem for all types of operations now for nearly a decade. The tool designed by Microsoft stands true to its name. It is powerful beyond doubt and has a shell. If you are wondering, how a tool for network monitoring relates to a turtle’s shell, well, here’s the thing. In the world of computer science, shell refers to a user-interface that gives access to various services of an operating system.

But, what is so great about a PowerShell and why should you bother looking at or learning it? Let’s explore.