Windows Commands - Command-Line Syntax and Key Commands by Server Role

Oct 13, 2026

Use this guide to find documentation resources and technical information for the Windows command shell and for automating command-line tasks with scripts and scripting tools. Search commands efficiently via the A–Z menu organized by starting letter. Learn the command shell overview, including how Cmd.exe loads applications, routes information, and translates input for the operating system. Includes instructions for customizing the Command Prompt window and related history and buffer settings.

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Windows Commands

Command-Line Syntax and Key Commands by Server Role

Print Command Reference

Services for Network File System Command Reference

Remote Desktop Services (Terminal Services) Command Reference

Windows Server Backup Command Reference

Command Shell Overview

Customize the Command Prompt Window

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FAQs

How can readers locate documentation for a specific Windows command?

Use the A–Z menu and click the letter that the command starts with, then select the command name.

What does the command shell do in Windows Server and Windows?

It provides text-based communication between the user and the operating system, running command shell applications and displaying their output character by character, using Cmd.exe on Windows Server.

How can the Command Prompt window be customized?

Open a Command prompt window, open Properties, then use the Options tab to set Command History buffer size and number of buffers to control scrolling and the number of stored lines.

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