Comment Re:The relevant quote... (Score 2, Informative) 548
The startup time is something we're aware of and are working to improve as we reach RTM. Our priorities thus far have been primarily around ensuring that the core functionality is correct and the shell experience is a high quality one. As we move forward, we will be tuning up the performance of the Windows PowerShell.
With that said, this is just initial startup of the shell in which you should get the worst hit prior to the prompt loading. If you close the shell thereafter and load it again, the shell should open promptly. Individual commands execute more quickly as well as passing objects does not require a performance sapping test output and reparse phase which is normally required in most shells.
If you have particular scenarios or issues with PowerShell performance, let us know at http://connect.microsoft.com/ (sign up for PowerShell under Available Programs)
Leonard Chung
Program Manager
Windows PowerShell