Introduction to Basic Scripting Techniques

Question 1

Why use scripting?

Answer 1

Use cases for scripting include:

Basic automation.
Restarting machines.
Remapping network drives.
Installation of applications.
Gathering of information/data.

Question 2

Script file types

Answer 2

.bat: Windows Batch file.
Demonstration of automated backups.

.ps1: PowerShell scripting file: Demonstration of initiating updates.

.vbs: Visual Basic Scripting file.

.sh: Shell scripting file.
Demonstration: System information gathering.

.js: JavaScript runs instruction in webpages.

.py: Python file used for system scripting.

Question 3

Other considerations when using scripts

Answer 3

Unintentionally introducing malware.
Inadvertently changing system settings.
Browser or system crashes due to mishandling of resources.