PowerShell - Basics and Environment
Why does PowerShell 7+ use the 'Core' edition name instead of 'Desktop' like PowerShell 5.1?
Why does PowerShell 7+ use the 'Core' edition name instead of 'Desktop' like PowerShell 5.1?
hard📝 Conceptual Q10 of 15
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
Step 1: Understand edition naming rationale
PowerShell 7+ is built on .NET Core, enabling cross-platform support, hence 'Core' edition.Step 2: Contrast with PowerShell 5.1
PowerShell 5.1 is Windows-only and called 'Desktop' edition.Final Answer:
Because PowerShell 7+ is built on .NET Core for cross-platform support -> Option AQuick Check:
Edition name 'Core' = .NET Core base [OK]
Quick Trick: 'Core' means .NET Core base, enabling cross-platform [OK]
Common Mistakes:
- Thinking 'Core' means desktop only
- Confusing deprecation with naming
- Assuming 7+ lacks Windows module support
Master "Basics and Environment" in PowerShell
Want More Practice?
15+ quiz questions · All difficulty levels · Free
Free Signup - Practice All QuestionsMore PowerShell Quizzes