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SUSE Linux Enterprise vs Windows 10 comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Aug 7, 2024
 

Categories and Ranking

SUSE Linux Enterprise
Ranking in Operating Systems (OS) for Business
6th
Average Rating
8.4
Reviews Sentiment
7.2
Number of Reviews
31
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Windows 10
Ranking in Operating Systems (OS) for Business
7th
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
5.6
Number of Reviews
269
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of December 2024, in the Operating Systems (OS) for Business category, the mindshare of SUSE Linux Enterprise is 8.4%, down from 9.7% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Windows 10 is 3.8%, down from 4.9% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Operating Systems (OS) for Business
 

Featured Reviews

Naveen Venugopal - PeerSpot reviewer
Efficient IT management with crucial automatic updates but needs developer-friendly configuration
Sometimes it is a bit of work for developers to change the configurations. Some kernels will not fit with some packages, and this aspect could be improved. Furthermore, the system's rigidity when updating packages and services needs improvement. Additionally, there should be more loosely bound functionalities to improve developer experience.
Darko Borovic - PeerSpot reviewer
Easy to use and has good features like control panel, system settings, and backup
Windows 10 is mostly used in our production system. We are a TV station with some software depending on an operating system. This software won't be able to start or manage in other operating systems. We were forced to use Windows 10. Since we updated that software, we switched to Windows 11…

Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Pros

"From a functionality perspective, the suite is quite rich. We like that."
"The most important feature is the automatic kernel lifecycle subscription, which is critical for us because the server cannot go down once we start offering any services on the cluster."
"The main feature is that Linux is flexible to work with for most web-based applications."
"The initial setup is simple and takes five minutes for deployment and if you have automation in place, it will take four minutes."
"It's easy to set up."
"Some of the functionalities I like the most are the security features. This includes security restrictions on specific folders and secure communication for SFTP. These features are more secure and reliable. The tool also makes compliance possible."
"The product's initial setup phase was easy."
"SUSE Linux Enterprise is easy to configure for those who are not hardcore command-line driven."
"I like the basic features of the product, overall."
"The initial setup is very straightforward."
"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."
"I like the main window pane where you can sort your mostly used and different types of apps, such as OneDrive, Google Chrome, and Access. I can just open up the main window, and those apps are right there at my fingertips. I moved from Windows 7 to Windows 10, and it took me a little while to get used to Windows 10, but once I got used to it, I do like it. It integrates with everything that I am using, and it gives me everything that I need as a user."
"The things I like most about Windows 10 are its stability and ease of use."
"The solution has high performance and is easy to work with."
"As we are talking about Microsoft, I have encountered no problems with the installation."
"The solution is easy to use compared to other solutions, such as Mac OS. I am very familiar with Windows 10 since I have been using Windows since I was very young. It is always evolving to meet make new standards."
 

Cons

"I would like to see better functionality for interacting with cloud-based systems."
"Sometimes it is a bit of work for developers to change the configurations."
"Red Hat has more packages that are available than SUSE does. I'd love to see more projects based on SUSE."
"The solution has to be fine-tuned with better documentation."
"Compared with the competition, of late actually, the solution has increased its pricing tremendously."
"They should improve their educational portal."
"SUSE could make more APIs available."
"In the next release it would be nice to see more integration and better automation of processses."
"The solution could improve by adding more dashboards."
"Stability can be an issue. I have to restart it every two days. And the boot time is quite long."
"I would like to see an easier licensing system."
"The solution's resource usage for the user could be improved."
"The interface could be more user-friendly."
"Support could be better."
"Sometimes, I receive a blue screen when I open the product, so it is an area that can be improved in the tool."
"My problem with the product stems from the fact that it does not ask for your opinion or time when going for an upgrade."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"I would advise others to download the free or strictly open source versions, then test them in their environment before committing to a purchase. This will allow for testing suitability for applications that they want to run."
"The product's licensing options align well with the evolving landscape of Linux variants."
"There is a free tier and a paid support tier. If you do not need support, then the solution is free to use. If you need support then there is an option for that as well."
"Regarding pricing, everybody would want it to be cheaper."
"The license we pay is for Oracle. We make use of the community edition."
"The price is reasonable."
"When we first implemented this product, we had licenses for support."
"The price of SUSE Linux Enterprise could be cheaper. Other solutions, such as"
"It is not very cheap, but one can manage its costs easily."
"There is a license for this solution and it normally comes free with any system."
"When we purchase a new machine, it comes with it, and we don't pay separately for the license."
"It is only a one-time purchase."
"The solution came pre-installed on my computer, so I did not incur a licensing fee."
"The licensing fees could be cheaper."
"The price is fine."
"The solution’s pricing is reasonable."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
15%
Manufacturing Company
13%
Government
9%
Financial Services Firm
8%
Computer Software Company
13%
Manufacturing Company
10%
Financial Services Firm
8%
Government
8%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
 

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about SUSE Linux Enterprise?
The initial setup is simple and takes five minutes for deployment and if you have automation in place, it will take four minutes.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for SUSE Linux Enterprise?
The pricing is slightly higher than expected, but it is manageable for our current project. For the upcoming projects, we are looking for cost-effective solutions.
What needs improvement with SUSE Linux Enterprise?
Sometimes it is a bit of work for developers to change the configurations. Some kernels will not fit with some packages, and this aspect could be improved. Furthermore, the system's rigidity when u...
What needs improvement with Windows 10?
Windows versions before 2016 had a lot of stability problems. When cybersecurity teams tested these devices or operating systems, we found many vulnerabilities to exploit. That's why if I could mak...
What is your primary use case for Windows 10?
We use the solution as an operating system.
 

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Sample Customers

Air India, Akademicki Szpital Kliniczny (ASK), Allone, Altran, Apollo, ARCHIVA, Asia Innovatory Management School, ATLAS ELEKTRONIK GmbH, AutoData Norge AS, Baldor Electric, Business Connexion, CASIO, Ciclum Farma, Delta Lloyd, Edumate , HPE,  SAP SE,  Lenovo, BMW, T-Systems, UCX, Turners & Growers, Shenzhen Development Bank, Bosch Group, JK Tyres & Industries, IOCL, European Space Agency, Daimler AG, China Minsheng Banking Corp, Café Coffee Day, Unisys,  Petrochina Company Ltd, Fitch Ratings, ABeam Consulting Co Ltd, Tyro Payments, Rackspace, Pacific Textiles, ...
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