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What is the primary purpose of the Install-Module cmdlet in PowerShell?

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PowerShell - Modules and Script Organization
What is the primary purpose of the Install-Module cmdlet in PowerShell?
ATo download and install PowerShell modules from an online repository
BTo uninstall existing PowerShell modules from the system
CTo update all installed PowerShell modules to their latest versions
DTo list all available PowerShell modules on the local machine
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:

  1. Step 1: Understand the cmdlet purpose

    Install-Module is used to get modules from online sources like the PowerShell Gallery.

  2. Step 2: Compare options

    Only To download and install PowerShell modules from an online repository describes downloading and installing modules, which matches the cmdlet's purpose.

  3. Final Answer:

    To download and install PowerShell modules from an online repository -> Option A

  4. Quick Check:

    Install-Module purpose = Download and install [OK]
Quick Trick: Install-Module downloads and installs modules from online sources [OK]
Common Mistakes:
  • Confusing Install-Module with Uninstall-Module
  • Thinking it updates modules instead of installing
  • Assuming it lists local modules

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