To import the Active Directory module in PowerShell, the command that needs to be used is "Import-Module ActiveDirectory". This command allows PowerShell to access and utilize the cmdlets and functions provided by the Active Directory module.
The Active Directory module is a collection of cmdlets that enable administrators to manage and manipulate Active Directory objects, such as users, groups, computers, and organizational units, using PowerShell. By importing this module, administrators gain access to a wide range of powerful tools and functionalities that can streamline and automate various administrative tasks related to Active Directory.
When executing the "Import-Module ActiveDirectory" command, PowerShell searches for the Active Directory module in the default module paths. If the module is found, it is loaded into the current PowerShell session, and the cmdlets and functions provided by the module become available for use.
It is worth noting that the Active Directory module is not available by default in PowerShell. To utilize the module, it needs to be installed on the system where PowerShell is being used. The Active Directory module is included as part of the Remote Server Administration Tools (RSAT) package, which can be downloaded and installed from the Microsoft website.
Once the module is installed, the "Import-Module ActiveDirectory" command can be used to import it into PowerShell. After importing the module, administrators can use various cmdlets such as "New-ADUser", "Set-ADUser", and "Get-ADUser" to create, modify, and retrieve user accounts in Active Directory.
Here is an example of how the "Import-Module ActiveDirectory" command is used:
powershell Import-Module ActiveDirectory
In this example, the command imports the Active Directory module into the current PowerShell session, making the cmdlets and functions provided by the module available for use.
The command "Import-Module ActiveDirectory" is used to import the Active Directory module in PowerShell. This allows administrators to access and utilize the cmdlets and functions provided by the module, enabling them to manage and manipulate Active Directory objects efficiently.
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