What is a netsh command?

Netsh is a command-line scripting utility that allows you to display or modify the network configuration of a computer that is currently running. Netsh commands can be run by typing commands at the netsh shell and be used in batch files or scripts. Remote computers and the local computer can be configured by using netsh commands.

How do I run a netsh command on a remote computer?

You can run netsh commands on a remote computer by specifying a computer name stored in WINS, a UNC name, an Internet name to be resolved by the DNS server, or an IP address. To run a netsh command, you must start netsh from the command prompt or PowerShell by typing netsh and then pressing ENTER.

What is netsh scripting & how does it work?

Netsh also provides a scripting feature that allows you to run a group of commands in batch mode against a specified computer. With netsh, you can save a configuration script in a text file for archival purposes or to help you configure other computers.