OpenDsc Resources

by OpenDscv0.5.1

Last updated Jun 8, 2026

A comprehensive set of built-in DSC resources for Windows and cross-platform management.

Install with winget

$ winget install --id OpenDsc.Resources --exact --version 0.5.1

Run in Command Prompt, PowerShell, or Windows Terminal. Prompts for any agreements.

Silent install command for OpenDsc Resources

OpenDsc Resources uses MSI. The silent install switches are /quiet /norestart.

One-line silent install (x64)

msiexec.exe /i OpenDSC.Resources-0.5.1.msi /quiet /norestart

See the full silent install reference for OpenDsc Resources →

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About

OpenDsc Resources provides a comprehensive set of built-in DSC v3 resources for managing Windows and cross-platform systems. Includes resources for managing environment variables, local groups, services, scheduled tasks, user accounts, user rights, shortcuts, optional features, security policies, file system ACLs, SQL Server, files, directories, symbolic links, JSON values, XML elements, and ZIP archives.

Installers · v0.5.1

Architecture	Type	Scope	Install	Download
x64	MSI	-		Direct

Copy a command tailored to that specific architecture, type, and scope - useful when winget would otherwise pick a different default.

Security

No known CVEs for OpenDsc Resources.

Coverage is best-effort and depends on a winget package mapping to an NVD CPE entry. Absence here is not a guarantee of safety.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I install OpenDsc Resources on Windows?

Open Windows Terminal, PowerShell, or Command Prompt and run: winget install --id OpenDsc.Resources --exact --version 0.5.1. winget downloads the installer from OpenDsc and runs it. Requires Windows 10 (1809+) or Windows 11.

How do I install OpenDsc Resources silently for unattended deployment?

Add --silent and accept the agreements upfront: winget install --id OpenDsc.Resources --exact 0.5.1 --silent --accept-package-agreements --accept-source-agreements. This is the variant Intune, Configuration Manager, and other deployment tools should use.

What are the silent install switches for OpenDsc Resources?

OpenDsc Resources uses MSI. Run the downloaded installer with: msiexec.exe /i OpenDSC.Resources-0.5.1.msi /quiet /norestart. The silent switches are /quiet /norestart.

How do I uninstall OpenDsc Resources via winget?

Run: winget uninstall --id OpenDsc.Resources --exact. Add --silent for unattended uninstalls. winget will use the registered uninstaller from OpenDsc Resources's Apps & Features entry.

Is OpenDsc Resources free?

OpenDsc Resources is distributed under MIT. Refer to the publisher (https://github.com/opendsc/opendsc) for the full license terms - Wingetly itself does not charge for installation.

Does OpenDsc Resources work on Windows 10?

Yes, as long as your Windows 10 build supports winget (1809 or newer). winget ships with App Installer on Windows 10/11 and pulls OpenDsc Resources directly from the publisher.

How do I keep OpenDsc Resources up to date?

Run winget upgrade --id OpenDsc.Resources --exact, or winget upgrade --all to update everything winget tracks. We index 1 version of OpenDsc Resources from microsoft/winget-pkgs.