There are lots of users and even system administrators who suppose batch files scripting to be dead. Why do they think so? The most common arguments are:
- there are lots of modern scripting techniques (PowerShell, WSH, etc.) that are simple in use;
- you can't make with help of batch files anything you want, or it's really difficult;
- you have to use GOTO - possibly, it's the worst reason not to use batch files:)
Why do people still discuss about batch files on forums and blogs? Why don't they take all needful code and translate it into PowerShell? Possibly, batch files are not so bad. They have clear and simple syntax, you can run them under any version of Windows and they are usual for those who started to deal with computers in DOS era. That's why I can say: batch files are still alive. Don't agree? Wait for your comments!
There are lots of users and even system administrators who suppose batch files scripting to be dead. Why do they think so? The most common arguments are:
