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6 Task Scheduler and PowerShell automations I use that make Windows maintain itself

I have a terrible memory, which is why I think Windows Task Scheduler doesn’t get enough recognition for remembering to run tasks for me. Since it can call on all sorts of programs – including the ...
Ars Technica

Using windows' scheduled tasks create a "job" with a web application

Hello all,<BR><BR>I have built an ASP.Net 2.0 web application that does some queries on some data and sends the results to some recipients.<BR><BR>I used to start this task by clicking on a button, ...
Virtualization Review

Using Windows 10 Task Scheduler with PowerShell Scripts

Tom Fenton details step-by-step directions to configure Windows 10 to allow running Task Scheduler and how to set up an automated task to run a PowerShell script every four hours. Recently I had a ...
Ars Technica

Automatically create scheduled task that only runs when system is idle?

I need some help finding an automated way to create a task. I'm trying to set up a task on each of our workstations to reboot them before the server backs up, since we've had a recurring issue with ...
PC World

How to automate basic PC maintenance tasks

Performing regular and periodic maintenance is key to keeping your PC running in tip-top shape. It takes discipline to remember to do it, but fear not, forgetful desk jockeys: You can automate many ...