Group Policy: Fundamentals, Security, and Troubleshooting

11.1. Using PowerShell to Do More with Group Policy

Before we get into heavy lifting with PowerShell, we'll cover some basics to get you up and running. First, we'll talk about installing PowerShell and then discuss the free third-party options available and how to install them.

Then, we'll dive into doing some cool stuff with Group Policy, including automating our documentation and manipulating our GPOs. Next, we'll deal with the sticky business of importing GPOs so we can first utilize them in a test lab before we import them into production.

11.1.1. Preparing for Your PowerShell Experience

PowerShell has some prerequisites, so let's get them out of the way first. You will need at least .NET 2.0, but because there are some classes that act ...