Category Archives: PowerShell

10 Useful PowerShell Scripts for Managing and Troubleshooting Microsoft Exchange Online

Today I'll share with you 10 of the most useful PowerShell scripts that we use for managing and troubleshooting Microsoft Exchange Online. PowerShell is an essential tool for Exchange administrators, enabling automation, streamlined management, and custom reporting capabilities. Here are the top scripts every Exchange Online admin should know. Before beginning any of these commands…
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10 Best Windows PowerShell Commands for Windows Server Administrators

Windows PowerShell is a powerful scripting and automation tool that has become essential for Windows Server administrators. Unlike the traditional command prompt, PowerShell is built on .NET, allowing it to work seamlessly with complex administrative tasks. By leveraging cmdlets (command-lets), administrators can streamline processes, automate repetitive tasks, and manage both local and remote systems efficiently.…
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AD Connect: The term ‘Start-ADSyncSyncCycle’ is not recognized

Just a brief post today to outline how to rectify an issue when you try and run a sync via PowerShell using the command: Start-ADSyncSyncCycle -PolicyType Initial and then you receive the error message: Start-ADSyncSyncCycle : The term 'Start-ADSyncSyncCycle' is not recognized as the name of a cmdlet, function, script file, or operable program. Check…
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