Cassidy Williams • 1/20/2026

Remaking the Linux "touch" command in PowerShell

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This technical article explains how to create a custom PowerShell function to replicate the Linux 'touch' command, enabling file creation and timestamp updates. It includes the full function code and instructions for adding it to your PowerShell profile to improve workflow when switching between Windows and Linux environments.

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