We primarily use the solution for pretty much everything at the company. We use it for a lot of daily routine tasks.
Project Manager at a tech services company with 1-10 employees
Easy to use with a good UI and excellent scalability
Pros and Cons
- "The UI is very familiar, which makes it very user-friendly and easy to navigate."
- "The stability could be a bit stronger - if they were going to work on any specific aspect."
What is our primary use case?
What is most valuable?
Microsoft is a very trusted brand.
The UI is very familiar, which makes it very user-friendly and easy to navigate.
We've found the solution to be quite stable.
The product scales well.
What needs improvement?
I cannot recall the solution having any missing features. We've been happy with its abilities so far. Nothing strikes me as lacking in terms of how it operates.
The stability could be a bit stronger - if they were going to work on any specific aspect.
For how long have I used the solution?
I've been using the solution for many years.
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What do I think about the stability of the solution?
The stability of the product is very reliable. The performance has been good. We don't deal with bugs or glitches. It doesn't crash or freeze. That said, if they could continue to improve the product in any way, it would be great for them to continue to work on stability.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
The scalability of the solution is good. If a company needs to expand it, it can do so easily.
We have five people in our organization currently using the product.
How are customer service and support?
I've never directly dealt with technical support. I cannot speak to how helpful or responsive they are.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
I do not recall using a different solution before working with Windows 10.
How was the initial setup?
I did not handle the implementation and therefore cannot speak to how easy or difficult it was. I'm unsure as to how long the actual deployment took as I didn't play a role in the process.
What about the implementation team?
There was someone who handled the implementation for me, however, I can't speak to if they were a consultant or integrator.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
I cannot speak to the exact licensing costs. It's not an aspect of the solution I directly deal with.
What other advice do I have?
I use the solution both for personal purposes as well as part of my employment duties.
I can't speak to which version of the solution we are using. I can't say if it is the latest or not.
On a scale from one to ten, I would rate it as a nine. We've been very pleased with its overall capabilities over the time that we have used it.
I'd recommend the solution to other users and companies.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
On-premises
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Data Scientist at a university with 501-1,000 employees
An up-to-date operating system with a great firewall
Pros and Cons
- "Windows 10 is very up-to-date. It's a big upgrade from Windows 7. Cortana is a very important feature."
- "It may be due to the features and apps that I use, but sometimes, I find my laptop slows down."
What is most valuable?
Windows 10 is very up-to-date. It's a big upgrade from Windows 7. Cortana is a very important feature.
The firewall is also really powerful. It's been working really well for us. I don't use any other virus systems other than Windows.
What needs improvement?
It may be due to the features and apps that I use, but sometimes, I find my laptop slows down. Still, it's not a big problem with the OS. Other than that, I can't think of anything else that needs to be improved.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Windows 10 for five years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
Windows 10 provides us with very continuous stability. It's stable, that's why we use it.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
Scalability-wise, I am happy.
How are customer service and technical support?
I rarely have to contact support — that's a good thing.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
I used to use Windows 7. Windows 7 is quite simple and traditional. Windows 10 is easier for us to navigate. It's more customizable. I like to customize my settings but Windows 7 didn't really allow me to do that. Windows 10 really considers the needs of its users.
How was the initial setup?
I didn't set it up myself so I can't really comment on the initial setup. No maintenance is required, it updates automatically.
How long it takes to update really depends on your internet speed.
What other advice do I have?
I have been relying on the Windows firewall for eight years now — the security is good. I'd definitely recommend Windows just because of that.
Overall, on a scale from one to ten, I would give Windows 10 a rating of nine. There is always room for improvement, that's why I am giving it a nine.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
On-premises
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Sr Principal Infrastructure Engineer at a computer software company with 10,001+ employees
Has a good interface and offers good support
Pros and Cons
- "The most valuable feature is the interface."
- "There are a lot of patches that are released frequently that always ask for a reboot. This causes errors and unpredictable actions on the computer. Sometimes it will get hot and reboot and all those kind of patches which will happen after an installation. That is something that needs improvement."
What is our primary use case?
I use MS Exchange, MS Office, and Azure Cloud. I'm a system administrator in my company, so I use all the software required for my regular activities.
What is most valuable?
The most valuable feature is the interface.
What needs improvement?
There are a lot of patches that are released frequently that always ask for a reboot. This causes errors and unpredictable actions on the computer. Sometimes it will get hot and reboot and all those kind of patches which will happen after an installation. That is something that needs improvement. It always creates issues when we're in production.
It doesn't happen all the time. The pandemic has made it hard to go into the office to get the problem rectified.
We don't always want to reboot. Users aren't interested to keep on rebooting a laptop. So their laptop can get infected every month which creates problems. And then it's hard to get to the office to get the problems fixed.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Windows 10 for around a year.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
It is stable.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
We have more than 1,000 users.
How are customer service and technical support?
We have had a good experience with their customer support.
How was the initial setup?
I don't really deal with the installation. It came installed on my laptop from my company. I don't deal with the installation or maintenance.
What other advice do I have?
I would recommend Windows 10.
I would rate it a nine out of ten.
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
Solution Analyst/SQL Developer at a tech services company with 1,001-5,000 employees
Run several apps and programs simultaneously
Pros and Cons
- "Stability-wise, it's fine."
What is our primary use case?
I use windows 10 for personal usage both at work and while studying.
What is most valuable?
I enjoy the search feature; you can just start typing what you're looking for and the answer just pops up, right away. Bluetooth works really well with it. It's really easy to navigate and find what you're looking for.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Windows 10 for roughly two to three years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
Stability-wise, it's fine. I can't comment on the scalability as I've not really tried to change the performance capabilities — I only run it on one device.
How are customer service and technical support?
I have never had to contact technical support. As for documentation, if you need some help you can just search the internet. It's pretty easy to find information on some of the forums or to get some answers via Microsoft's webpages.
How was the initial setup?
The initial setup was quite straightforward.
What other advice do I have?
I think I'd recommend it. With Linux, you really need to have some kind of programming background or something, and it really depends on what you are using it for, but for general usage, I think Windows is more comfortable. You can control it via the user interface.
In general, I think it's pretty comfortable. It's very comparable — I'd recommend Windows 10.
On a scale from one to ten, I would give Windows 10 a rating of eight.
I can't think of any disadvantages right now but I can't give it a higher rating because it's not perfect. That's why I chose eight.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
On-premises
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CEO/Programmer at Tech Elight
Faster, more efficient, and more secure than the previous OS
Pros and Cons
- "The work is now faster and more efficient because most of the running programs do not crash during the run stage, like the previous version we were using for work."
- "The frequent update of the Operating system is bad because, during each update, most of the programs or applications do not function well."
What is our primary use case?
I use this Operating system for programming because the previous version was not serving its purpose. Secondly, I use this OS for blogging and I spent most of my time online. My online time includes other IT services that I use the operating system for.
How has it helped my organization?
The work is now faster and more efficient because most of the running programs do not crash during the run stage, like the previous version we were using for work. It is more secure as related to the task or work we have stored in our system.
What is most valuable?
The most valuable feature is the easy assess to most of the settings and features of the PC. Another is that it is more secure because Windows Defender is very efficient and active to detect viruses or trojans that may make the user vulnerable to cybersecurity attacks and other threats.
What needs improvement?
The frequent update of the Operating system is bad because, during each update, most of the programs or applications do not function well. Updates should be in intervals of every three to four months, and they should have the user's choice and interests in mind before any update.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using this solution for two months.
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
Software Directeur BU at AITEK
A good product that's user-friendly and reliable
Pros and Cons
- "Even if users aren't very technical, they can use Windows."
- "I've had some issues with a configuration that's given me trouble."
What is most valuable?
It's a very good product.
Even if users aren't very technical, they can use Windows. It's very user-friendly.
The stability is very good.
You can scale it if you need to.
What needs improvement?
I can't recall any aspect that I would consider improving.
When it comes to Windows 11 specifically, you really have to have a good PC. You need to have a very good graphic card. Unfortunately, many PCs lack a good graphic card and therefore can't support it.
I've had some issues with a configuration that's given me trouble.
For how long have I used the solution?
We've been using Windows for a while. I've used it since 2010 or 2011. Before Windows 10 was Windows 7 and 8.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
The solution is very stable. there aren't issues with bugs or glitches. It doesn't crash or freeze. It's reliable.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
You can scale the solution if you need to. It's very good.
What other advice do I have?
I'm certified with the product. The way we are using and we are selling it, I find that it's a good product.
I'm using both Windows 11 and 10 right now and I am very happy with the Microsoft products. They have been great.
I'd advise others not to hesitate if they are considering using it. It's a very strong solution. If you have a good PC or laptop, it will work well.
I'd rate the solution at a nine out of ten.
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Investment Professional at a venture capital & private equity firm with 11-50 employees
Integrates will with other Microsoft applications and is easy to use
Pros and Cons
- "It's easy to use."
- "The stability could improve and it could be more secure."
What is our primary use case?
I use it at work and for my personal applications. We use to work with Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.
What is most valuable?
It's easy to use.
What needs improvement?
The stability could improve and it could be more secure.
For how long have I used the solution?
I joined the firm this year. I have been using Windows 10 since I started with this company.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
Windows 10 is a stable solution, but it could be better.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
We have 20 users in our firm that use this solution.
How are customer service and technical support?
I have not contacted Microsoft technical support.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
I have also used Apple.
How was the initial setup?
I was not involved with the installation.
We have a team of two in our IT department to deploy and maintain this solution.
What other advice do I have?
I am not a super IT-specific person. I use it on my laptop.
I would rate Windows 10 an eight out of ten.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
Public Cloud
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
Deputy Manager at a tech services company with 51-200 employees
A scalable and easy to use solution
Pros and Cons
- "The solution is easy to use."
- "The solution derails the battery too quickly, meaning the performance could be better."
What is our primary use case?
We mainly use the solution in the cloud for discovering all of its applications. We also use it for identification purposes and either to block access or unauthenticate updated applications.
What is most valuable?
The solution is easy to use.
It serves many functions. User accounts can be identified in Windows 10. It offers performance and functionality. Sensitive data which is deployed in one's application can be set in his policy.
What needs improvement?
In contrast to Windows 11, the 10 version could have improved functionality.
The solution derails the battery too quickly, meaning the performance could be better.
The space utilization is not sufficient and there are too many notifications for the user.
For how long have I used the solution?
We have been using Windows 10 for three or four years.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
The solution is scalable. It can be applied to as many PCs as one likes.
How are customer service and technical support?
One of the good things about Microsoft is that the support is there, although the time it takes to respond and to resolve the issue could be improved upon.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
The good thing about Windows 10 is that it's from Microsoft. I have also used iOS, which is from Apple, as well as Android, from Samsung. So too, I have used macOS Sierra, like MacBook OS, in addition to Ubuntu.
How was the initial setup?
The installation lasts a couple of hours, so it would be better if this could be accomplished within a few minutes.
What about the implementation team?
It is possible to do deployment and maintenance with the use of system administrators.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
The solution comes with a licensing fee.
What other advice do I have?
Windows 10 is deployed on one's PC.
As the solution is from Microsoft, I would definitely recommend its use.
Our organization has more than 100 users who are making use of the solution.
As Windows 10 is from Microsoft, I rate it as a nine-point-five out of ten.
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