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reviewer1372746 - PeerSpot reviewer
IT Manager – Information Technology Office at a financial services firm with 11-50 employees
Real User
Offers helpful technical support, is easy to use, and has a simple initial setup
Pros and Cons
  • "The interface is easy to use."
  • "I would prefer it if the solution was cheaper."

What is our primary use case?

I primarily use the solution for my personal needs. I use it for browsing the internet and things like that. It's fairly basic usage.

What is most valuable?

I'm generally using the solution as it is the latest option from Microsoft and I prefer the most up-to-date products with the latest features. 

The updates are good and not particularly invasive.

The interface is easy to use. Overall, it's quite good and easy to navigate.

The initial setup is not difficult. It's pretty straightforward.

I have found the solution to be quite stable.

Technical support has always been helpful.

What needs improvement?

There is nothing particularly unique or special about the solution.

For security reasons, they should continue to update certain aspects. It would make the solution safer in the long run.

The stability could always be strengthened.

I would prefer it if the solution was cheaper.

For how long have I used the solution?

I've used the solution from the beginning - since it launched. It's been many years. 

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What do I think about the stability of the solution?

I've never faced any issues with stability. For my usage, I have found it to be very reliable. there are no bugs or glitches. it doesn't crash or freeze.

That said, stability could always be a bit better.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

I only use the solution on my PC. I have not attempted to scale the product. I wouldn't be able to really determine how scalable it is.

I have no plans to increase usage.

How are customer service and support?

While I haven't contacted technical support for myself, I have for my business, and I have found Microsoft support to be helpful and responsive. I'm satisfied with the level of support I have gotten.

How was the initial setup?

The initial setup is very straightforward. It's not overly complex or difficult. 

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

The solution is a bit expensive, and it would always be preferable if it didn't cost as much as it does. 

What other advice do I have?

I'm just a Windows 10 user. I use it on my own personal PC as well as at work.

We are using the latest version of the solution. We use the most up-to-date as we routinely update the product.

The system, as it is right now, is sufficient for my purposes. 

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

At this time, finding that it meets my needs, I would rate the product at a nine out of ten.

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reviewer1305090 - PeerSpot reviewer
IT Manager at a renewables & environment company with 1,001-5,000 employees
Real User
Beneficial graphical interface, easy to use, and user friendly
Pros and Cons
  • "The solution is easy to use, user-friendly, and has a good graphical interface."
  • "The solution could improve by limiting the number of updates they have because while the update is happening there is a reduction in system performance. When attempting to work it is non-productive."

What is our primary use case?

I am using Windows 10 for running applications, such as ERP and cloud solutions.

What is most valuable?

The solution is easy to use, user-friendly, and has a good graphical interface.

What needs improvement?

The solution could improve by limiting the number of updates they have because while the update is happening there is a reduction in system performance. When attempting to work it is non-productive.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been using Windows 10 since it was first launched.

How are customer service and technical support?

We had some issues with Windows 10 on a Microsoft Surface Pro. Windows 10 was not able to find the wireless hardware. We were in contact with the support regarding this issue and they have sent out a new product.

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

There is a license required for the use of this solution and the cost is in the range of 10,000 to 12,000 rupees.

What other advice do I have?

I would recommend this solution to others.

I rate Windows 10 an eight out of ten.

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Owner at Richard Duggan Pty Ltd
Real User
Top 20
Flexible, scales well, and is stable
Pros and Cons
  • "It is flexible and it is easy to use."
  • "The security features need improvement."

What is our primary use case?

I need Windows for everything that I do.

What is most valuable?

It is flexible and it is easy to use.

What needs improvement?

The security features need improvement. Security is important for everything that we do.

I would like to see more integration, as it is something that is important for us.

The performance can be improved; it is not very clear how you can increase the performance of Windows.

For the ordinary user, there should be some optimization of things that you are told to do from time to time. Most people don't know what to do.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been using Windows since it was available.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

Windows is a stable solution.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

It scales well.

Most of everyone that I know who uses a PC is using Windows.

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

I have not used any other operating system other than Windows.

How was the initial setup?

I was not involved in the initial setup but I believe that it is straightforward.

As a company, you need someone to configure this solution and maintain it.

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

I do not have to pay for the license, it was included in the initial cost.

What other advice do I have?

I would absolutely recommend this solution to others.

I would rate Windows a nine out of ten.

Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

On-premises
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System Manager at Clover SA
Real User
Top 20
Easy to use with good performance, scalable, and stable
Pros and Cons
  • "It's easy to use and the performance is good."
  • "I would like to see better pricing and faster support."

What is our primary use case?

I use this solution to run applications.

What is most valuable?

It's easy to use and the performance is good.

What needs improvement?

I would like to see better pricing and faster support.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been using Windows 10 for a couple of years.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

Windows 10 ten is a stable solution.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

This solution is scalable.

We have approximately 3,500 users in our organization.

How are customer service and technical support?

I am not always happy with the response that I get from technical support.

Technical support needs improvement. They could be faster.

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

I also use OneDrive with Office.

How was the initial setup?

I was not involved in the installation.

What about the implementation team?

I have an IT department that is responsible for the installation.

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

The licensing fees could be cheaper.

We pay for licensing for the company.

What other advice do I have?

I would recommend this solution to others who are interested in using it.

I would rate Windows 10 an eight out of ten.

Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

On-premises
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reviewer1709688 - PeerSpot reviewer
Senior Advisor at a financial services firm with 201-500 employees
Real User
Unstable, reboots too often, but scalable
Pros and Cons
  • "The scalability of the solution is good."
  • "Windows reboot too often, it is a nightmare. I hate it."

What is our primary use case?

Windows 10 can be useful for running my personal and business applications.

What needs improvement?

Windows reboot too often, it is a nightmare. I hate it.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been using Microsoft Windows for approximately 10 years.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

The solution is unstable.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

The scalability of the solution is good.

We have approximately 500 people in my organization using this solution.

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

I use Mac OS at home which I like a lot better.

What about the implementation team?

Our internal IT department did the implementation of the solution.

What other advice do I have?

I would not recommend it.

I rate Windows 10 a five out of ten.

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Amarjit Rathee - PeerSpot reviewer
Associate Vice President at Hitachi Systems, Ltd.
Real User
Top 5
Has a stable operating system
Pros and Cons
  • "All I can say is that it's a very stable operating system."
  • "Windows 10 needs to be a little bit more secure."

What is our primary use case?

You can use Windows 10 for multiple things, but we are using it for our business requirements.

What needs improvement?

Windows 10 needs to be a little bit more secure. We're getting patches and updates from time to time.

For how long have I used the solution?

We've been using Windows 10 ever since it was first released. We upgraded our systems from Windows 7 to Windows 10 a few months after it launched.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

All I can say is that it's a very stable operating system. 

How was the initial setup?

Windows 10 was pre-loaded onto our machines, but installing the operating system takes around half an hour at most.

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

Our computers came pre-loaded with Windows 10, so we paid everything up front.

What other advice do I have?

I rate Windows 10 nine out of 10. 

Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

On-premises
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reviewer1682937 - PeerSpot reviewer
Head of IT Section at a comms service provider with 10,001+ employees
Real User
Provides very good functionality, stability and a user friendly interface
Pros and Cons
  • "I like the Windows interface, Microsoft Office, and Edge."
  • "The notification bar could be modified, it's a little confusing in its current state."

What is our primary use case?

We use the solution for projects and for our daily work. We are a construction company with many projects scattered throughout the world. I'm the company head of IT.

What is most valuable?

I like the Windows interface, Microsoft Office, and Edge. 

What needs improvement?

I think the notification bar could be modified, it's a little confusing in its current state. We receive notifications but it's not user friendly.

For how long have I used the solution?

I've been using this solution for three years. 

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

The solution is stable, we haven't had any failures or errors.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

The solution is scalable, anyone coming into the company will automatically have access to it, whether it's on a PC or a laptop. 

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

I used the earlier Windows versions. The main difference is the new interface, the startup menus and the control panel with some new icons in Windows 10. It has more functionality than Windows 7.

How was the initial setup?

The initial setup is a simple process. We have a dedicated IT engineering team for all our deployments. They are responsible for installation, maintenance, and checking the latest updates. We have around 10,000 employees in the company. 

What other advice do I have?

I recommend this product because I feel it is stable, there are no bugs or major issues for the end user. It's worth updating to Windows 10.

I rate the solution eight out of 10. 

Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
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reviewer1666578 - PeerSpot reviewer
Senior Database Administrator at a consumer goods company with 201-500 employees
Real User
Reliable general use solution with good functions and GUI
Pros and Cons
  • "Some things that I like about Windows 10 are its GUI, its performance is good, and it has many features."
  • "In terms of what could be improved, I would say that the most critical thing is security, including the ransomware."

What is our primary use case?

We are using Windows 10 for general use.

What is most valuable?

Some things that I like about Windows 10 are its GUI, its performance is good, and it has many features.

What needs improvement?

In terms of what could be improved, I would say that the most critical thing is security, including the ransomware.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been using Windows 10 for around three years.

Our company has a policy to use the latest update.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

It is generally reliable.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

Windows 10 is scalable.

We have more than 100 people using it.

How are customer service and technical support?

Customer support is good in my experience.

How was the initial setup?

The initial setup is simple.

What other advice do I have?

On a scale of one to ten, I would give Windows 10 an eight.

Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
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