Windows Script Host
Windows Script Host (WSH) is a Windows-based scripting host that allows users to run scripts written in languages like VBScript and JScript directly on Windows operating systems. It provides an environment for automating tasks, managing system resources, and interacting with COM objects without requiring a web browser. WSH is built into Windows and enables scripting for administrative tasks, batch processing, and system configuration.
Developers should learn WSH for automating repetitive Windows administrative tasks, such as file management, registry edits, or system monitoring, especially in legacy or enterprise environments. It is useful for creating simple automation scripts that don't require full programming environments, and it integrates well with other Windows tools like PowerShell or batch files for hybrid solutions. However, it's largely superseded by PowerShell for modern Windows automation.