netsh

 The netsh command in Windows is a powerful command-line utility used for configuring and managing network settings. It allows users to display or modify network configuration, including interfaces, protocols, and routing tables. netsh can be used both locally and remotely, making it a versatile tool for network administration. 

Key aspects of netsh:

• Functionality:

  netsh provides access to various network settings and allows users to perform tasks like changing IP addresses, configuring wireless networks, managing firewall rules, and troubleshooting network issues. 
• Modes:

  netsh can be used in interactive mode (direct command entry) or non-interactive mode (exporting settings to a file). 
• Contexts:

  netsh uses contexts (e.g., interface, wlan, firewall) to organize commands and their related functionality. The available contexts depend on the network components installed on the system. 
• Remote Configuration:

  netsh can be used to manage network settings on remote computers, provided that the necessary services are enabled and the remote computer is accessible.
• Scripting:

  netsh commands can be used in batch files or scripts for automating network configuration tasks. 
• Examples of netsh commands:

• netsh interface show (displays network interface information)
• netsh wlan show profiles (lists stored Wi-Fi network profiles)
• netsh firewall show profile (displays firewall profiles)
• netsh interface ipv4 show (shows IPv4 interface settings)
• netsh trace start (starts a network trace session) 

In summary, netsh is a command-line tool for managing network settings in Windows, offering a wide range of features and capabilities for network administrators and users.