System Administrator at Finlays
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Straightforward to install, easy to integrate and scales well
Pros and Cons
  • "When it's new it's very fast."
  • "After some time it becomes slower. The performance seems to be affected after a while."

What is our primary use case?

It's very useful. It acts like a terminal for all these things that you do in the office. You can access your shared files. You can do Office 365. You can use it as a client for so many applications. It is an operating system that is used for our company to interact with their cloud base from the on-premise system.

What is most valuable?

The installation is straightforward and the deployment is very fast.

The licensing is okay. 

When it's new it's very fast.

The solution is very scalable. 

The stability is very good.

The product is very user friendly, and it can integrate with so many other applications

What needs improvement?

After some time it becomes slower. The performance seems to be affected after a while.

While they might already have this, I find that Windows has many workspaces and people just end up using one and ignoring the others. A person ends up opening so many windows and then just looking at one screen. It makes them ignore the others. They need to rework it so that this is less likely to happen. It needs to be a bit more user-friendly. 

For how long have I used the solution?

I've used the solution for some time - likely since it was introduced. It's been a while.

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What do I think about the stability of the solution?

The stability is good in that there are no bugs or glitches and it doesn't crash

However, the performance seems to get worse with time. It becomes slower and there is a need to refresh.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

The scalability of the solution is very good. If a company needs to expand it, it can do so.

We have about 90 users in our organization.

The usage is based on the number of users, and currently, we have no plan to increase our staff. However, f there's a new user, then we just buy a new license.

How are customer service and support?

Microsoft technical support is very complicated. We've never actually gone through Microsoft to solve problems. We almost always use the internet. You go to a site, and you look at someone who had a similar problem. I don't actually contact Microsoft on many issues. Therefore, I can't speak to their knowledgeability or responsiveness.

How was the initial setup?

The installation isn't overly difficult or complex. It's pretty straightforward if you understand the underlying concepts.

They have simplified it. It is very easy compared with when we are doing Windows. 

The installation itself is very, very quick. It takes ten minutes or so.

Currently, I handle the deployment and maintenance myself.

What about the implementation team?

I handled the installation myself. I did not require the assistance of any integrators or consultants. I've been doing it a while, and therefore I'm comfortable with the process.

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

The licensing is okay. We normally buy the Pro version, the Business version. We find all features are already incorporated.

Which other solutions did I evaluate?

I did not evaluate other options before choosing Windows 10.

We normally just use Windows. We only use other operating systems if we are running a system that requires us to use that operating system. 

What other advice do I have?

We are using the latest version of the solution. We strive to have the latest updates.

I use the solution myself and within our organization.

I'd rate the solution at an eight out of ten.

I'd recommend the solution to other organizations. 

Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

On-premises
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Fatih Gedikli - PeerSpot reviewer
DBA Team Lead | Principal Apps DBA at Experteam
Real User
Top 5
Initial setup was easy, and support native application
Pros and Cons
  • "It offers third-party or media environment support. I also like native environment support. Camera"
  • "System resource consumption is more than Linux. I would like better RAM and better memory optimization."

What is our primary use case?

I use the Windows Operating System. It all works for daily data operations.

What is most valuable?

It offers third-party or media environment support. I also like native environment support. Camera, microphone, multimedia instruments, browsers, and patent integrations are better than Linux.

What needs improvement?

System resource consumption is more than Linux.

I would like better RAM and better memory optimization.  

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been using it for almost a decade now. 

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

I would rate the stability a seven out of ten. The memory optimization is not there yet.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

This isn't an operating system for network operations. That's why a single operating system. There are around a hundred end users. 

We plan to increase the further usage. 

Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?

I used Linux and Solaris. 

How was the initial setup?

The initial setup was easy. It took an hour. 

What about the implementation team?

Just consultant and user. Deployment is just a few simple clicks after you attach the USB drive.  

We needed around three people from the technical team to handle the installation. They were admins and IT managers. 

What was our ROI?

The ROI is okay. 

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

It is only a one-time purchase. I can use it for a lifetime. 

What other advice do I have?

Overall, I would rate the product an eight out of ten. I would recommend it from an end-user's operating system.

Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

On-premises
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Anita Brüggemann - PeerSpot reviewer
System Administrator at emco Bau- und Klimatechnik GmbH & Co. KG
Real User
Top 5
Powerful and fast
Pros and Cons
  • "The product is powerful and fast."
  • "Patch management could be improved."

What is most valuable?

It’s the most used system worldwide. The product is powerful and fast. Everybody is working with it.

What needs improvement?

Patch management could be improved.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been using the solution for three years.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

The tool is perfectly stable.

How are customer service and support?

We have a licensed partner that provides local support in Germany. I rate the support an eight to nine out of ten.

How would you rate customer service and support?

Positive

How was the initial setup?

The initial setup was easy. The deployment took about 20 to 30 minutes.

What was our ROI?

The solution is worth the money it costs.

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

The solution’s pricing is average.

What other advice do I have?

We might upgrade to Windows 11 by the end of this year because the support provided for Windows 10 might end soon. Overall, I rate the tool an eight out of ten.

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Kaveesha Liyanage - PeerSpot reviewer
Student at University of Huddersfield
Real User
Top 5
An affordable solution, but UI features need improvement
Pros and Cons
  • "The solution's price is affordable."
  • "The solution's UI could be better."

What is our primary use case?

We use the solution to run a few applications.

What needs improvement?

The solution's UI could be better.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been using the solution since 2022.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

I rate the solution's stability a six out of ten.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

I rate the solution's scalability a five out of ten.

Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?

I have used Windows 8 before.

How was the initial setup?

The solution's initial setup process works fine. It takes five minutes to complete.

What about the implementation team?

We implemented the solution in-house.

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

The solution's price is affordable. We purchase its yearly license.

What other advice do I have?

I rate the solution a six out of ten.

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PranavGupta - PeerSpot reviewer
Assistant Manager at Shyam Telecom Group
Real User
Top 10
Easy to set up and stable but can slow down your machine
Pros and Cons
  • "The stability of the solution is good. it doesn't crash or freeze and there are no bugs or glitches. It's quite reliable."
  • "The interface could be more friendly."

What is our primary use case?

I'm using it in my new company. I'm working in ISP right now and I'm using the laptop to connect to my applications. That's all I'm using it for. I'm using just virtualization services on my laptop. 

What is most valuable?

The solution is quite stable. The performance is good.

The product has been easy to use and simple to navigate.  

The solution has the capability to scale if necessary.

The initial setup is very easy.

What needs improvement?

I found that it slowed down my laptop a bit.

I find that, when we start the laptop, when we shut down and restart the laptop, it will take a bit of time to restart. It will take around one minute to restart in total, which feels like a long time. I need the time to be reduced. After replacing the SSD, it reduced the time a bit, however, it has not reduced the time that much overall.

The interface could be more friendly.

Some security features and some services are automatically getting switched on that is of no use. There should be an option that allows us to customize the services that we want to run or that we don't want to run.

For how long have I used the solution?

I've been using the solution for seven years at this point. I use it on my laptop, and it is pretty old at this point.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

The stability of the solution is good. it doesn't crash or freeze and there are no bugs or glitches. It's quite reliable.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

The solution can scale. For what I use it for, it's served its purpose.

I'm not sure how many people actually use the solution, as I am new to the organization. I have it on my laptop and suspect more if not all of the employees do too.

How was the initial setup?

The solution is not difficult or complex to install. It is very straightforward and simple. A company shouldn't have any issues with the setup process.

It only took about 40 minutes to set up and deploy the solution. It's pretty fast.

What about the implementation team?

I installed the solution myself. I did not need the assistance of any integrators or consultants.

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

I have a home license that costs me around 1,000 rupees.

What other advice do I have?

I'm just a customer and an end-user.

I'm using the solution from my laptop, not from the server.

I'm using the latest version of the solution. I'm constantly updating it.

I'd rate the solution at a seven out of ten, as I found that this particular generation made my laptop run a bit slow.

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Irad Dukad - PeerSpot reviewer
IT Manager at Ducart
Real User
User-friendly with an easy setup and good stability
Pros and Cons
  • "The performance, overall, has been excellent."
  • "The security should be better on the solution."

What is our primary use case?

The solution is primarily used on all the local PCs in the company. It's also used for file sharing. Everything Windows runs on - the software and everything - runs on this.

What is most valuable?

The stability of the solution is quite good.

The performance, overall, has been excellent.

The product is user-friendly. Everyone finds it very easy to use for the most part.

The initial setup is quite straightforward.

What needs improvement?

The solution isn't overly scalable, from what I have witnessed. 

The security should be better on the solution.

Microsoft should work to make the product more flexible than it currently is.

The solution could be a bit expensive.

For how long have I used the solution?

I've been dealing with the solution since it first came out. I can't recall the exact number of years. It's been a while.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

The solution has been very stable so far. There are no bugs or glitches that I have seen. It doesn't crash or freeze at all. The performance is reliable. It's good.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

I would not describe the solution as scalable.

We've used it since it came onto the market, however, the number of users is always changing. It's hard to describe the exact number of users.

How are customer service and technical support?

I don't recall ever dealing directly with technical support. I can't speak to how helpful or responsive they are overall. I don't have direct contact to go off of.

Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?

I have some experience with Linux and have used Microsoft servers as well. In our organization, we have used the 2008 and 2016 versions of the server.

How was the initial setup?

The initial setup is not difficult or overly complex. I found it to be rather straightforward. 

How long the deployment takes depends on if it's an upgrade from an older version or if it's upgraded from the hardware. It varies from one to two hours to one to two days. It depends on the hardware.

What about the implementation team?

I handled the implementation completely by myself. For the installation, I did not use an integrator or consultant. It was taken care of in-house without outside assistance required.

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

We tend to pay for the license yearly and have 3-year agreements with Microsoft.

The solution could always be cheaper. If they lowered the price, it would be ideal for the customer base.

What other advice do I have?

I mostly deal with items from an integrator's angle. I don't typically choose the solutions I deal with. That's decided largely by the client.

I typically deal with the latest version of the solution. I cannot speak to the exact version number.

I'd recommend the solution to other users and organizations.

I would rate the product at an eight out of ten.

Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

On-premises
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Real User
Top 10
A stable operating system with Active Directory configurations
Pros and Cons
  • "I prioritize stability and performance, so I'm accustomed to the Windows interface. When I attempt tasks on Linux, it feels unfamiliar to me. Prolonged usage, and familiarity should lead to efficiency."

    How has it helped my organization?

    I prioritize stability and performance, so I'm accustomed to the Windows interface. When I attempt tasks on Linux, it feels unfamiliar to me. Prolonged usage, familiarity should lead to efficiency.

    What is most valuable?

    Active Directory configuration for administrators makes it very easy to manage the environment in companies or universities at an enterprise level, making it possible to do everything.

    What needs improvement?

    The solution could improve the availability and compatibility of applications like Linux. Additionally, refining the file transfer process to ensure smoother transitions between different applications or systems would be beneficial. Lastly, ensuring seamless compatibility with common file formats like PowerPoint presentations could enhance user experience and efficiency on Windows platforms. It should have less frequent updates for the UI and threats. I started with Windows 95. Sometimes, there are changes in the user interface, so some services and tools are in different places than in the previous version. It takes some time to get used to it.

    The solution should improve the Windows startup process by allowing users to customise which components launch at startup is a valid one. This would give users more control over their system's performance and resource usage. Implementing a feature that allows users to easily manage startup programs and services, perhaps through a dedicated settings menu or a startup manager tool, could address this issue. This way, users could disable or enable specific applications and services according to their preferences, optimizing their system's performance and startup time. Additionally, providing clear information about the impact of each startup item on system resources could help users make informed decisions about which components to enable or disable.

    For how long have I used the solution?

    I have been using Windows for 15 years.

    What do I think about the stability of the solution?

    The product is stable.

    I rate the solution’s stability eight or nine out of ten.

    What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

    The solution’s scalability is good.

    I rate the solution’s scalability ten out of ten.

    How are customer service and support?

    The IT department, specifically the ICT team, provides support for this. Several people are involved. They manage the computer rooms, including installation and updates. A new installation is required every year because students change. I manage computers, adhering to organizational rules.

    How was the initial setup?

    The initial setup is fast.

    What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

    You need to pay for a license for Windows 10 every month.

    What other advice do I have?

    Windows Defender aims to provide users with a secure computing experience, and it's advisable to keep your system updated to take advantage of the latest security enhancements.

    I use a computer with only four gigabytes of RAM. There are ten nodes in my notebook. I plan to buy a new one with a huge RAM memory, but currently, only four gigabytes work in one node, while eight gigabytes work in an external computer. The system startup is very slow because the newest version of Windows requires more memory. Many services are running. It should change how Windows starts. Some components, like Skype, start automatically with Windows.

    The solution's configuration is easy.

    Overall, I rate the solution a nine out of ten.

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    Principal - Low Code at LTIMindtree
    Real User
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    User-friendly product with an easy initial setup process
    Pros and Cons
    • "Windows 10 is a user-friendly product."
    • "The system's pricing needs improving."

    What is most valuable?

    Windows 10 is a user-friendly product. I do not encounter any struggle while using it.

    What needs improvement?

    The system's pricing needs improving.

    What do I think about the stability of the solution?

    The product is robust and has good stability.

    What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

    We have around 40,000 Windows 10 users in our organization. It is a scalable platform.

    How was the initial setup?

    The initial setup is easy. It only takes a few minutes to complete.

    What about the implementation team?

    I can implement the product myself for personal use. However, I would require assistance from a consultant to deploy in a professional space.

    What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

    Windows 10 is expensive. 

    What other advice do I have?

    I recommend Windows 10 and rate it a ten out of ten. It is deployed on the cloud and has good functionality.

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