Manage Azure via PowerShell #2: Get-AzResourceGroupSummary

#Requires -Version 7.0 #Requires -Modules Az.Accounts, Az.ResourceGraph <# .SYNOPSIS Summarises every resource group across all accessible subscriptions: resource counts, top resource types, and a best-effort owner attribution. .DESCRIPTION Uses Azure Resource Graph to: 1. List all resource groups (including empty ones). 2. Count resources per RG and identify the top 3 resource types. 3. Read … Continue reading Manage Azure via PowerShell #2: Get-AzResourceGroupSummary

Manage Azure via PowerShell #1: Get-AzVmInventory

#Requires -Version 7.0 #Requires -Modules Az.Accounts, Az.Compute <# .SYNOPSIS Lists all virtual machines across every subscription the current account can access. .DESCRIPTION Iterates through all subscriptions in the active tenant, collects VM details (name, resource group, location, size, OS, power state, tags), and returns them as objects suitable for piping or formatting. .EXAMPLE ./Get-AzVmInventory.ps1 Lists … Continue reading Manage Azure via PowerShell #1: Get-AzVmInventory

Administering VMware Using PowerShell #3: Advanced PowerCLI Scripting for VMware

Introduction In the realm of VMware administration, the ability to automate and streamline tasks is not just a convenience—it's a necessity for efficient and effective management of virtual environments. In previous articles, we've delved into the basics of using PowerShell and PowerCLI for VMware management, covering essential cmdlets and their practical applications. However, as your … Continue reading Administering VMware Using PowerShell #3: Advanced PowerCLI Scripting for VMware

Administering VMware Using PowerShell#2: Essential PowerCLI Cmdlets for Efficient VMware Management

VMware PowerCLI is a powerful tool, that provides an automation interface for managing and configuring VMware products through a collection of PowerShell modules. It is specifically designed to help IT professionals automate administrative tasks, push changes to hosts or VMs, and collect relevant data​. PowerCLI's functionality depends on the type of licenses installed in your … Continue reading Administering VMware Using PowerShell#2: Essential PowerCLI Cmdlets for Efficient VMware Management

Administering VMware Using PowerShell#1: An Introduction to PowerCLI

Virtualization has revolutionized the IT world, making it possible to run multiple operating systems and applications on a single physical server. A leader in this space is VMware, known for its robust and efficient solutions. While VMware offers a GUI-based management console, mastering VMware administration with PowerShell can take your skills to the next level. … Continue reading Administering VMware Using PowerShell#1: An Introduction to PowerCLI

Administering Azure Cloud Using PowerShell #2: Setting Up Your Environment – Installing Azure PowerShell

Introduction Welcome to the second article in our series, "Administering Azure Cloud Using PowerShell." In this article, we will guide you through the process of setting up your environment by installing Azure PowerShell. We will cover the installation process for various platforms, including Windows, Linux, and macOS. Azure PowerShell Azure PowerShell is a module that … Continue reading Administering Azure Cloud Using PowerShell #2: Setting Up Your Environment – Installing Azure PowerShell

Administering Azure Cloud Using PowerShell #1: Introduction to Azure Cloud and PowerShell

Introduction Welcome to the first article in our series, "Administering Azure Cloud Using PowerShell." In this introductory article, we will provide an overview of Azure Cloud and PowerShell, highlighting their essential features and the benefits of using PowerShell for managing Azure resources. By the end of this series, you will have a solid understanding of … Continue reading Administering Azure Cloud Using PowerShell #1: Introduction to Azure Cloud and PowerShell

Protecting Windows Environment Using PowerShell #5: Automating Windows Security Tasks with PowerShell Scripts

As the number and complexity of security threats continue to increase, it's becoming more important than ever to automate Windows security tasks. PowerShell provides a powerful scripting language that can be used to automate a wide range of security tasks, from monitoring security events to managing security policies. In this article, we'll explore some ways … Continue reading Protecting Windows Environment Using PowerShell #5: Automating Windows Security Tasks with PowerShell Scripts

Protecting Windows Environment Using PowerShell #4: Monitoring and auditing Windows security using PowerShell

Monitoring and auditing Windows security is a crucial part of maintaining a secure system. PowerShell is a powerful tool for managing Windows environments, and it can also be used to monitor and audit security events. In this article, we'll explore some ways that PowerShell can be used to monitor and audit Windows security. Monitoring Windows … Continue reading Protecting Windows Environment Using PowerShell #4: Monitoring and auditing Windows security using PowerShell

Protecting Windows Environment Using PowerShell #3: Using PowerShell to protect against malware and viruses

Malware and viruses pose a significant threat to Windows environments, and protecting against them is a crucial part of maintaining a secure system. PowerShell is a powerful tool for managing Windows environments, and it can also be used to help protect against malware and viruses. In this article, we'll explore some ways that PowerShell can … Continue reading Protecting Windows Environment Using PowerShell #3: Using PowerShell to protect against malware and viruses