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PowerShell and Configuration Manager 2012 R2–Part 2

Summary: Use the Configuration Manager cmdlets to work with site collections. (image)  Hey, Scripting Guy! I deal with Configuration Manager on a regular basis, and I have to manage User and Device collections. I’d like an easier way to add and remove members and audit the memberships of site collections. Could you show me how to do ...

PowerShell and Configuration Manager 2012 R2–Part 1

Summary: Load the Configuration Manager cmdlets and make a basic site connection. (image)  Hey, Scripting Guy! I’ve been doing a lot of work in the Configuration Manager 2012 R2 console and it’s beautiful. But I find I spend a lot of my time clicking all over the place and repeating tasks. Are there PowerShell cmdlets available that...

PowerTip: Move PowerShell ISE Command Pane Left

Summary: Show the Windows PowerShell ISE command pane on the left side of the screen. (image)  How can I split the PowerShell ISE screen vertically so I can see the screen pane on the right and the            command pane on the left? (image)  To show a vertical configuration, select Show Script ...

Weekend Scripter: Great PowerShell ISE Features for Beginners

Summary: Microsoft Scripting Guy, Ed Wilson, talks about some of the greatest Windows PowerShell ISE features for beginners. Microsoft Scripting Guy, Ed Wilson, is here. One of the great things about the Windows PowerShell ISE is that it can help a wide level of scripters. For example, if you are very experienced with Windows PowerShell, there...