AWS Tools for PowerShell V5 now Generally Available
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AWS has announced the general availability of AWS Tools for PowerShell version 5, a major update with significant improvements and breaking changes.
- New features include canceling cmdlet execution with CTRL+C, interactive AWS Systems Manager sessions, and expanded auto-iteration for over 1,000 cmdlets
- Performance improvements from AWS SDK for .NET V4 upgrade
- Enhanced security in handling and logging sensitive information
- Breaking changes require script updates, including:
- Dropping support for older Windows Server and .NET Framework versions
- Changes in credential resolution and auto-iteration behavior
- Modifications to S3 object handling
- V4 will be supported for six months before entering maintenance mode
AWS recommends users review the migration guide, update scripts, and transition to V5 as soon as possible.
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