Prepare for the future of Microsoft automation with this no-nonsense guide Windows PowerShell 2 is the scripting language that enables automation within the Windows operating system. Packed with powerful new features, this latest version is complex, and Windows PowerShell 2 For Dummies is the perfect guide to help system administrators get up to speed. Written by a Microsoft MVP with direct access to the program managers and developers, this book covers every new feature of Windows PowerShell 2 in a friendly, easy-to-follow format. Windows PowerShell 2 For Dummies makes this tool easily accessible to administrators of every experience level.
This is the first dummies book I've read and it was very helpful for my course. Every block of code is followed by an explanation, and they are not dry as Seguis frequently throws in some humour. There are plenty of tips/tricks on top of the fundamentals of coding with PowerShell. Note that this is an introductory text and there's probably better books out there if you're looking to master PowerShell in depth.