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I really to automate deletion of some files on a network share.....if there a simple way to write a batch file to go thru the folder and delete any files older than 2 weeks.....temporary report files ...

First off let me say even though I am in the world of IT support I am not a programmer. That’s why I have come here to look for help.<BR><BR>I need a script/batch file written to do the ...

Attaching a remote drive or directory on a Windows box is called “drive mapping” though the process is essentially the same as what we call mounting in the Unix world. While I rarely spend any ...

As mentioned earlier, a batch file contains a series of DOS commands and are used to automate the frequently performed tasks. Thus, you don’t have to repeatedly write the same commands. Remember the ...

(1) For an overview of batch file commands, see batch file abc's. (2) A file containing data that is processed or transmitted from beginning to end. (3) A file of operating system commands that are ...

BASH is a Unix shell and command language which can run Shell Script files. You do not need to install Ubuntu or any other Linux Distros unless your scripts need the ...

Last week’s README file demonstrated how easy it is to turn virtually any desktop machine into an SFTP server. Today’s piece shows how to automate a well-known Windows open source SFTP client using ...

When a user accidentally deletes a local file, having a backup ready can significantly minimize downtime and frustration. Check out this simple batch file that can make daily document backups a snap.