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Scripting for Security: Windows

In this lab, you'll practice scripting in Windows using three different methods. When you're finished, you have a fundamental understanding of how to create a script in Windows.

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Level
Beginner
Last updated
Oct 13, 2025
Duration
1h 15m

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Table of Contents
  1. Challenge

    Create and Run Basic Batch Scripts

    In this challenge, you will discover the fundamentals of writing a batch file script.

  2. Challenge

    Create and Run Basic VBScripts

    In this challenge, you will discover the fundamentals of writing a VBScript.

  3. Challenge

    Create and Run Basic PowerShell Scripts

    In this challenge, you will discover the fundamentals of writing a PowerShell script.

  4. Challenge

    Final Challenge

    This challenge gives the learner the opportunity to explore further some of the commands and tactics from the previous challenges.

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