Error "Running scripts is disabled on this system"

 The message "Running scripts is disabled on this system" typically indicates that the PowerShell execution policy is preventing the execution of scripts. This is a security feature designed to protect the system from potentially malicious scripts.

To enable script execution, the PowerShell execution policy needs to be modified. Several options exist, depending on the desired scope and security level: Temporarily for the Current PowerShell Session.

This allows scripts to run only within the current PowerShell window and reverts to the previous policy when the window is closed.

Code

    Set-ExecutionPolicy -Scope Process -ExecutionPolicy Bypass

Permanently for the Current User.

This policy affects only the currently logged-in user and persists across reboots. This is a common and less intrusive approach for users needing to run their own scripts.

Code

    Set-ExecutionPolicy -Scope CurrentUser -ExecutionPolicy RemoteSigned -Force

The RemoteSigned policy allows locally created scripts to run without a signature, but requires a digital signature from a trusted publisher for scripts downloaded from the internet.

• Permanently for the Entire System (All Users):

This policy affects all users on the machine and requires administrative privileges. This should be used with caution due to its system-wide impact on security.

Code

    Set-ExecutionPolicy -Scope LocalMachine -ExecutionPolicy RemoteSigned -Force

• Running a Single Script without Changing Policy:

This method allows bypassing the execution policy for a specific script execution.

Code

    powershell.exe -ExecutionPolicy Bypass -File .\\yourscript.ps1

Replace yourscript.ps1 with the actual name of your script.