How to Configure and Manage PowerShell in Windows 11 for Administrators

Recommendations for Frequently Used Modules and Scripts

To increase productivity and automate administrative tasks, here are some recommended modules of PowerShell:

1. NTFSSecurity

Function: Easily manage ACLs (Access Control Lists) on files and folders.

Example command:

Get-NTFSAccess -Path “C:\ContohFolder”

2. PSWindowsUpdate

Its function: Manage Windows updates via PowerShell.

Installation:

Install-Module -Name PSWindowsUpdate

3. ActiveDirectory

Function: Manage Active Directory such as users, groups, and policies.

Example command:

Get-ADUser -Filter * -Properties  DisplayName

4. Pester

Function: Testing PowerShell scripts and modules to ensure code quality.

Installation:

Install-Module -Name Pester

5. ImportExcel

Function: Manage Excel data without the need to open the Excel application.

Example command:

Import-Excel -Path “C:\Data.xlsx” | Select-Object  Name, Age

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