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# Lab OPS-8: Script Recognition
Domain:
- 4.0 Operational Procedures
Works on:
- Windows
- Linux
- Optional macOS
## Goal
Recognize common script types and safe script habits.
## Part 1: Match Extensions
Match the extension to the common language:
1. `.ps1`
2. `.bat`
3. `.sh`
4. `.py`
5. `.js`
6. `.vbs`
## Part 2: Safe Review
Before running a script, record:
- Source:
- Purpose:
- Systems affected:
- Required permissions:
- Backup or rollback:
- Test result:
## Part 3: Use Case Practice
Choose a script use case:
1. Install the same app on 40 PCs.
2. Collect hostname and IP address.
3. Restart a service nightly.
4. Copy user files to backup storage.
## What You Should Learn
- Scripts can automate support tasks.
- Unknown scripts should be reviewed and tested before execution.