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Windows Script Host

This is intended as an introduction to Windows Script, also called Windows Script Host (WSH), which can be a very useful way to automate tasks on a Windows system. This introduction is not a complete reference, nor a complete textbook on WSH. See the references section for hints on where to find more information on WSH than what is covered here.

Topics

What is WSH?
Quick explanation of WSH with a simple example.
Using WSH to Automate Tasks
Includes mapping network drives and listing network drives.
Various Checks in WSH
Includes checking the user login name, the path, and the script host.
Using the WSH FileSystem Object
How to manipulate files and folders.
Using WSH with an Excel Spreadsheet
How to interface with Microsoft Office applications.
WSH Command Line Arguments
How to use WSH from a command line.
WSH File Removal Example
A practical example of WSH.
WSH Account Creation Example
A useful (and lengthy) script for system administrators.
WSH References
Suggestions on textbooks, websites on WSH, and additional topics to explore.

Instructor: Br. David Carlson

Author: Br. David Carlson
Last updated: February 11, 2007
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