cmd-copy Backup Script

This script performs a backup of the C: drive, excluding the Windows directory, to a target directory named after the computer in which the script is executed. The target directory is created in the same location as the script.

How to Use

1. Run as Administrator: Ensure the script is executed with administrative privileges to have the necessary permissions for file operations.
2. Start the Script: Simply run the script. It will create a backup folder in the same directory where the script is located.

Prerequisites

• Windows OS: This script is designed to run on Windows operating systems.
• Administrator Privileges: The script requests administrative privileges if not already run as an administrator.

Script Details

The script performs the following steps:

1. Check for Administrative Privileges: If not run as an administrator, it requests the necessary permissions.
2. Define Source and Target Directories:
   • Source: The entire C: drive, excluding the Windows directory.
   • Target: A folder named after the computer in the same directory as the script.
3. Create Target Directory: If the target directory does not exist, it is created.
4. Copy Files: All files and directories from the source, excluding the Windows directory, are copied to the target directory.
5. Pause: The script pauses upon completion to display the result of the copy operation.