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The first three years of the Hey, Scripting Guy! column (give or take a month) gathered together in one fully-searchable archive. This HTML help file includes all the text, graphics, and hyperlinks for well over 800 Hey, Scripting Guy! columns.
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View the Windows PowerShell 2.0 help (including cmdlet help and the About topics) in a fully-searchable, graphical format (a standard Windows .chm file). Also included in the help file is the VBScript to Windows PowerShell Conversion Guide and a collection of PowerShell Tips of the Week.
The following articles were created/updated throughout August 2007 for InstallShield Related Products - categorized based on section -
FIXES/HOTFIXES
INFORMATIONAL
HOWTO’s
PROBLEMS
Reference: InstallShield Support
This release of Windows Script brings the improvements in scripting made during the Vista development cycle to downlevel platforms. The primary reason for changing the version number from 5.6 to 5.7 is to simplify servicing and support by synchronizing the versioning to a consistent scheme based on Vista build number. The minor version increase does not indicate significant new features. The scripting feature set is substantially the same as 5.6, with only minor additions. This is the fastest, most robust, and secure release of Windows Script available.
Improvements have been made with JScript, VBScript & Windows Scripting Host. This release also contains fixes prescribed in various Microsoft KB Articles. For complete details, download the Release Notes for Windows Script 5.7
The following articles were created/updated throughout July 2007 for InstallShield Related Products - categorized based on section -
BUGS
CODES
FIXES/HOTFIXES
| What: | MSDN Webcast: Windows PowerShell and Microsoft Management Console (Level 200) In this labcast, learn about two powerful management technologies that encompass both the command line and graphical user interface (GUI). Windows PowerShell is the new command shell and scripting language from Microsoft that helps IT professionals and developers achieve greater productivity. Join this session to write cmdlets for Windows PowerShell that enable an operator to retrieve workflow data from the workflow tracking system. In addition, you build a snap-in for the Microsoft Management Console (MMC) version 3.0 using managed code. MMC 3.0 has greatly improved the managed code model for building management consoles or your applications and services. This lab is based on the DinnerNow sample scenario. Presenter: Matt Hester, IT Pro Evangelist, Microsoft Corporation |
| When: | Thursday, August 2, 2007 9:00 AM |
Time Displayed: Pacific Time (US & Canada) [Convert to Your Local Time]
Windows Script is a comprehensive scripting infrastructure for the Microsoft Windows platform. Windows Script provides two script engines, Visual Basic Scripting Edition and Microsoft JScript, which can be embedded into Windows Applications. It also provides an extensive array of supporting technologies that makes it easier for script users to script Windows applications. Learn more…
The download of Windows Script 5.6 for Windows XP and Windows 2000 installs Microsoft Windows Script containing Visual Basic Script Edition (VBScript.) Version 5.6, JScript Version 5.6, Windows Script Components, Windows Script Host 5.6, and Windows Script Runtime Version 5.6. A detailed documentation can also be downloaded from Windows Script 5.6 Documentation
System Administrators and/or Software Packagers/Engineers often require usage of Windows Scripting Technology and it’s sub-sets for smoother application package authoring and/or deployments.
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In this article, author Aaron Phillips goes through the process of customizing the behavior of an SVS package using WiseScript. WiseScript is a simple, yet versatile scripting language that consolidates dozens or hundreds of lines of code into predefined script actions. Phillips mentions:
Since I was introduced to WiseScript, I have to say, it’s grown on me more and more. WiseScript is a quick and easy to use tool that can bring customized control to how your SVS applications perform.
In this example, author creates a “Post Activation” event for an SVS package using WiseScript to display an End User License Agreement (EULA) and to set a registry key with its acceptance for the currently logged on user.
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Windows PowerShell is a new command line shell and task-based scripting technology that provides information technology (IT) administrators comprehensive control and automation of system administration tasks, increasing administrator productivity. Windows PowerShell includes numerous system administration utilities, consistent syntax and naming conventions, and improved navigation of common management data such as the registry, certificate store, or Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI). Windows PowerShell also includes an intuitive scripting language specifically designed for IT administration.
Between November 06-10, 2006 Microsoft Script Center is organizing Windows PowerShell Week, a series of five Webcasts to be held on TechNet. These Webcasts will provide you with a thorough introduction to Windows PowerShell.
All Webcasts begin at 11:30 AM PST (Pacific Standard Time)
1. And Now for Something Completely Different: Introducing Windows PowerShell
You?ve probably heard by now about this new technology from Microsoft first called ?Monad? and now officially named Windows PowerShell. What is this? Do I want to learn this? Do I have to learn this? Where do I get it? How does it work? Not to worry, the Scripting Guys are here to answer your questions. In this first of five Webcasts you?ll be introduced to Windows PowerShell and given an overview of how it works and what it?s all about.
Monday November 6, 2006
2. One Cmdlet, Two Cmdlet, Three Cmdlet, Four: An Introduction to Windows PowerShell Commands
“Doeth the Eagle mount up at thy commaund?” No, that?s not a typo; apparently, that’s how the word command was spelled back in the 1700’s. Boy, how things have changed: the word is now spelled Cmdlet, or at least it is if you’re a Windows PowerShell user. In this webcast the Script Guys explore these new beasts known as Cmdlets, the heart and sound of Microsoft?s new command shell/scripting technology.
Tuesday November 7, 2006
3. Objects, Objects Everywhere: Working With Objects in Windows PowerShell
One of the coolest new features introduced by Windows PowerShell is the ability to work with objects directly from the command line. Although WSH scripters are somewhat familiar with the concept of objects, as a Windows PowerShell user you need to live and breath objects. In this webcast, the Scripting Guys explore all things object in Windows PowerShell. If you listen carefully and don’t speak out during the presentation, they?ll even help you instantiate an itty-bitty .NET object for you to call your own.
Wednesday November 8, 2006
4. New Kid on the Script Block: Writing Scripts with Windows PowerShell
Yes, Windows PowerShell is a great tool for working at the command line; however, it?s an equally good tool for writing scripts. In day 4 of Windows PowerShell week, the Scripting Guys introduce you to the fine art of writing scripts with Windows PowerShell.
Thursday November 9, 2006
5. Amazing But True: Things You Never Dreamt You Could Do With Windows PowerShell
In this, this fifth and final Windows PowerShell Week webcast, you?ll see definitive proof that the Loch Ness monster exists; you?ll meet a man who was abducted by aliens; and you?ll hear from a real, live ghost. But that?s nothing: just wait until you see some of the incredible things that can be done with Windows PowerShell.
Friday November 10, 2006
Resources:
Windows PowerShell: FAQ’s
Scripting with Windows PowerShell
Microsoft Script Center
Windows PowerShell Blog
Channel9.msdn.com sits down with Director of Development for Windows Shell at Microsoft, Ales Holecek, for an interview about Windows Vista Shell. Ales spends most of the time answering a single, broad question: What is the Windows Vista Shell?
Channel9 references, “of course, you can’t talk about Windows Vista shell without talking about UAC (User Account Control), Windows Explorer, Aero, Desktop Search, and, for developers, the improved Shell APIs”.
Ales begins with general Windows Shell definition as an application that runs on top of the kernel and gets started once the user logs on. It controls everything…from user’s desktop to windows management!
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Scott Hanselman from HanselMinutes.com interviews Jeffrey Snover, the Architect of Windows PowerShell and gets the history and background of how PowerShell (previously Monad) emerged as such an enhanced management shell. Jeff discusses and educates more about PowerShell and it’s ‘unique details‘.
From the PowerShell Blog, Jeff writes, “BTW - if you ever have a chance to see Scott demo PowerShell - RUN DON’T WALK to the session. He has a great way of explaining what we do”. Jeff further adds,”In a couple of weeks, we’ll post a link to a Channel9 session where I interview Scott. Tons of fun!”.
Visit HanselMinutes for this Interview
Microsoft announced Release Candidate 2 of PowerShell earlier this week, a new command-line shell and task-based scripting technology that provides comprehensive control and automation of system administration and management of applications that run in Windows. Windows PowerShell helps accelerate automation and is easy for organizations to learn and to use. The final product is supposed to be released at the end of 2006.
Download
In this release, there are several downloads available depending on your operating system and system configuration. The following files are available for download from the Microsoft Download Center:
Please visit Microsoft’s KB Article 925228 for a detailed information about the package downloads and configuring PowerShell in your target machine.
More Info
Windows PowerShell allows Windows administrators to be more productive by providing system administration utilities, consistent syntax, and improved navigation of common management data such as the registry or Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI).The Windows PowerShell language is intuitive and supports your organization?s existing scripts and command line tool investments. Exchange Server 2007 and System Center Operations Manager 2007 will leverage Windows PowerShell to provide improved command line automation.
Links
Blog of Windows PowerShell Team
As published in blog of Windows PowerShell Team, a small number of slots are available for ISV’s or Enterprise Developers to attend the Windows PowerShell & Microsoft Management Console (MMC) ISV Workshop (Building Next Generation Command Line and GUI Applications on Windows) on October 9 & 10th, 2006. This is a free two-day event located on the Microsoft Campus, Redmond, WA.
Designed especially for Independent Software Vendors and Enterprise Developers and Architects, this is a great opportunity to obtain in-depth briefing on cutting-edge Windows and .NET management technologies. Invites are non transferable and registration acceptance is based on space availability.
FAQ’s about the event:
Q: Is this technical or marketing content?
A: Content is technical including presentations by MS Architects and Program Managers.
Q: Who normally would attend this event?
A: Application Architects and Developers working at a software company developing .NET or planning to develop .NET applications.
Q: Am I limited to just two attendees?
A: No, if your company’s registration is accepted, each organization is guaranteed at least 2. You may register for additional people, on a first come, first serve basis.
Q: Is there any charge for this workshop?
A: No. Breakfasts, lunches, snacks and one dinner will be included as well as one giveaway.
Q. If I have questions, who should I contact?
A. For questions, contact Scott Ottaway: sottaway@microsoft.com
Find more details and the in depth registration procedure at Windows PowerShell Team Blog.
The Microsoft® Windows® Installer (MSI) is the application installation and configuration service for Windows. Version 4.5 of the Windows Installer has several new features, including: Multiple Package Transaction: In a multiple … Share & Enjoy - Bookmark to:
In earlier versions of Windows, it might have been necessary to re-register the Windows Installer files in the registry (an example) if those files became damaged or corrupt. Beginning Windows Vista, damaged system files … Share & Enjoy - Bookmark to:
The first three years of the Hey, Scripting Guy! column (give or take a month) gathered together in one fully-searchable archive. This HTML help file includes all the text, graphics, and hyperlinks for well over … Share & Enjoy - Bookmark to:
View the Windows PowerShell 2.0 help (including cmdlet help and the About topics) in a fully-searchable, graphical format (a standard Windows .chm file). Also included in the help file is the VBScript to Windows PowerShell … Share & Enjoy - Bookmark to:
This documentation contains information about the version of WiX distributed with Visual Studio Team System code name "Rosario" November CTP. It contains information about: • What WiX is … Share & Enjoy - Bookmark to:
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