It consists of a command-line shell and a .Net Framework-based scripting language. PowerShell was added to give server administrators fine control over Windows Server.

Now Microsoft is prepared to augment its antiquated command line with a revolutionary new shell that will provide Windows users with a whole new level of control.

PowerShell is officially replacing the CMD.EXE command prompt as the default command shell in Windows as of the next upcoming big Redstone 2 aka Creator’s Build update, as confirmed by Dona ...