What does %1 & %2 mean in a batch file?

It represents the first command line argument passed to the batch file. The related shift command shifts the position of arguments one to the left. Running shift once in a batch file will make "%1" value to be the second argument, "%2" becomes the third, and so on. It's useful for processing command line arguments in a loop in the batch file.

What is a bat file?

A BAT file is a Windows batch file. Double-click to run it, or open it with Notepad for editing. Convert to EXE with IExpress. This article explains what a BAT file is, how to open one for execution, how to edit one to make changes to it, and how to convert a BAT file to EXE, MSI, or another format.

What is the autoexec bat file?

AUTOEXEC.BAT - The batch file run by DOS and older versions of Windows (95, 98, and Me) upon startup. It is located in the root directory of the boot drive. BAT files may be used to distribute and execute malware attacks on victims' computers. To protect against malicious attacks, never double-click an unknown BAT file.

What is the Basic Attention Token (BAT)?

The Basic Attention Token (BAT) was created by the co-founder of Mozilla and Firefox, Brendan Eich, to improve the security, fairness, and efficiency of digital advertising through blockchain technology. It is the native token of the Brave web browser built on top of Ethereum (ETH). BAT's white paper is dated Feb. 10, 2021.