How to Check Powershell Version on Windows 10/8/7 [Tutorial]
Check Powershell version Command in Windows 10 - How to tutorial.
Command Used: $PSversionTable
Since Windows 10 comes with Windows PowerShell 5.0 installed by default but the WU (Windows Update) component is supposed to install a superior version automatically (Powershell 5.1), some users have been looking for ways to determine which Powershell versions they are currently using.
If you’re a fan of doing tasks through a terminal with Powershell, it’s always a good idea to make sure that your system uses the latest release. This is especially true if you’re using an OS version older than Windows 10. Keep in mind that PowerShell got a lot more powerful starting with version 5.0 – you have a lot more control over Windows Server and it also gives you more control of Exchange, Lync, and SQL-based servers.
This tutorial will apply for computers, laptops, desktops,and tablets running the Windows 10, Windows 8/8.1, Windows 7 operating systems.Works for all major computer manufactures (Dell, HP, Acer, Asus, Toshiba, Lenovo, Samsung).