We use it for simple office projects.
Founder at a marketing services firm with 11-50 employees
A robust operating system that's easy to use
Pros and Cons
- "I like that it's easy to use, and it seems to be more robust than Windows 7."
- "Support could be better."
What is our primary use case?
What is most valuable?
I like that it's easy to use, and it seems to be more robust than Windows 7.
What needs improvement?
Support could be better.
For how long have I used the solution?
I've been using Windows 10 for three to four years.
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What do I think about the stability of the solution?
Windows 10 seems to be stable, so far so good.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
Windows 10 is scalable, and it's very easy.
How are customer service and support?
Microsoft support, in general, definitely has some areas for improvement. The response time could definitely be improved, and the quality of responses.
Sometimes they just get the things from a book or the information that I can always research on Google myself. When I ask for their help, I'm really asking for some insider tricks or tips. Not something off Google that I can find myself.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
We used to use Windows 7. But we switched to Windows 10 because you cannot get any updates. Windows 10 is obviously more stable than Windows 7. I can say that it's easier to use and more stable.
How was the initial setup?
The initial setup is quite simple. You can install Windows 10 within 30 minutes. But if you have to customize it for your colleagues, that can take up to two hours. All maintenance and updates happen automatically.
What about the implementation team?
I installed it by myself.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
When we purchase a new machine, it comes with it, and we don't pay separately for the license.
What other advice do I have?
I would recommend Windows 10 to potential users.
On a scale from one to ten, I would give Windows 10 an eight.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
On-premises
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Business Analyst at a tech services company with 1,001-5,000 employees
This version has easier settings
Pros and Cons
- "I think the settings are better. It has a better user experience."
- "I have some challenges with the search box. It's a good tool, but sometimes there are some problems. For example, I can't find an application that I installed earlier."
What is our primary use case?
Windows 10 is an upgrade to our system and they installed it on computers. At work, it's dependent on our job. I'm a business analyst, so I use it for searching and writing.
What is most valuable?
The settings in this version are easier. For example in previous version 7, the settings were really complex. There were a lot of options. Most of the time, we had to search and read about everything. It's really better in Windows 10.
It's really slow on my laptop, but I think the settings are better. It has a better user experience.
What needs improvement?
I have some challenges with the search box. It's a good tool, but sometimes there are some problems. For example, I can't find an application that I installed earlier.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
It is stable. We have between 50 to 100 users who use it my company.
How are customer service and technical support?
I don't use technical support. If I have a problem, I can look it up myself.
How was the initial setup?
The installation is better than the previous version. I remember more than 10 years ago, sometimes we had to call experts who would come and do the process for me because I couldn't install an operating system on my computer. Nowadays it's easier. I think even a child could install the operating system on a computer. It's not complex. It's really easy.
If I want to change my operating system, it takes four to five hours. I have to check all of my data and then transfer the password to a secure external for storage. Then the installation is only one hour. After that, I take the time to install some useful applications like Microsoft Office, players, and Internet browsers.
What other advice do I have?
I recommend it to everybody. Learn about it, learn how to install Windows, how to resolve challenges and problems.
I would rate Windows 10 an eight out of ten. Windows needs to cut down because sometimes it's a little complex.
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Architect at a tech services company with 1-10 employees
User-friendly and is updated regularly, but the security needs to be improved
Pros and Cons
- "It is easy to operate and perform any tasks."
- "If you need servers to be deployed in a production environment then you definitely want to look at a different operating system."
What is our primary use case?
We are a service company and we use a variety of products that are guided by the clients' requirements. Windows 10 is one of the operating systems that we use for this.
What is most valuable?
I like the fact that it is user-friendly. It is easy to operate and perform any tasks.
It is easy to train others in the use of Windows 10.
What needs improvement?
If you need servers to be deployed in a production environment then you definitely want to look at a different operating system. From an end-user point of view, I don't see in issues in using Windows.
Improvements should be made to security, making it more resistant to hacking and malware.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Windows 10 for more than five years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
If you are looking at production systems then you are definitely going to have an issue with Windows. For normal users that don't require much in terms of system capacity, it is okay. It is quite manageable from the perspective of a normal user.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
We are a small organization and everybody uses Windows.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
We also use Linux, depending on the client.
How was the initial setup?
The initial setup is straightforward and easy to understand.
What other advice do I have?
They have been evolving Windows 10 since it was released. Every time we open it, there is something new. It used to be that email and other utilities were on the system, but now they are cloud-based. Whether the older or newer interfaces are better, or not, doesn't matter because you get used to it and move along.
In summary, Windows 10 is a good operating system and I recommend it.
I would rate this solution a seven out of ten.
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Regional technical manager at a manufacturing company with 1,001-5,000 employees
Stable and scalable
Pros and Cons
- "The solution is stable."
- "The solution could be more secure."
What is our primary use case?
We do not use Windows 10 for any application, just for office use.
What is most valuable?
The solution is comparably much friendlier than other operating systems.
The solution is good. It's stable.
What needs improvement?
The solution could be more secure.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
The solution is stable.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
The scalability is fine.
What about the implementation team?
I am not in a position to comment on the solution's installation.
The solution is exclusively used in my organization. There are 400 people on the technical team and 100 more in digital marketing.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
There is a yearly licensing fee.
The price is fine.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
The solution is comparably much friendlier than other operating systems.
What other advice do I have?
I use Windows exclusively.
There are around 500 people making use of the solution in our organization.
Windows is a good solution.
I rate Windows 10 as a ten out of ten.
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Regional Operations Manager at a computer software company with 10,001+ employees
Easy to install and use
Pros and Cons
- "The solution is easy to use."
- "I am not so happy with the performance"
What is our primary use case?
The solution is useful for running one's personal applications.
What is most valuable?
The solution is easy to use. We are very used to using Windows, starting from their 3.1 version. This is the only reason we stick with it.
What needs improvement?
I am not so happy with the performance. All else is good, but the performance could be better.
The user interface could be more interesting, more user-friendly.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
The solution is stable.
How are customer service and support?
I have not contacted tech support.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
We only did upgrading. We used Windows 10 prior to Windows 7.
How was the initial setup?
The solution came pre-installed. I have done installations of the earlier versions of Windows. This is easy.
The installation process lasted roughly an hour.
What about the implementation team?
One can do the installation on one's own. My IT background allows me to handle it independently, but I believe this can be done by oneself even without such a background.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
The solution came pre-installed on my computer, so I did not incur a licensing fee.
What other advice do I have?
I would recommend the solution to others.
I rate Windows 10 as an eight out of ten.
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Assistant IT Manager at a insurance company with 1,001-5,000 employees
A scalable operating system that's very stable
Pros and Cons
- "I like that Windows 10 is very stable. I think Windows 10 is more smooth and performs better than the previous Windows system."
- "It would be better if it were more stable. It will also help if Microsoft improves the user interface in the next release."
What is our primary use case?
I used Windows 10 to run applications.
What is most valuable?
I like that Windows 10 is very stable. I think Windows 10 is more smooth and performs better than the previous Windows system.
What needs improvement?
It would be better if it were more stable. It will also help if Microsoft improves the user interface in the next release.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have used Windows 10 for three years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
Windows 10 is very stable.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
Windows 10 is scalable, and it's enough to use for businesses. We have over 1000 users at the moment.
How are customer service and technical support?
I'm satisfied with Microsoft's technical support.
How was the initial setup?
The initial setup was straightforward, and it was easy to install Windows 10.
What other advice do I have?
I would tell potential users that Windows 10 is more stable and they should use it.
On a scale from one to ten, I would give Windows 10 a nine.
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Systems and networks engineer at a government with self employed
A scalable operating system that is easy to use
Pros and Cons
- "I like that Windows 10 is easy to use."
- "It could be more stable."
What is our primary use case?
We use Windows 10 in my organization for all computers and office applications.
What is most valuable?
I like that Windows 10 is easy to use.
What needs improvement?
It could be more stable.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Windows 10 for three or four years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
Windows 10 is a stable solution.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
Windows 10 is a scalable solution. We currently have about 200 users.
How was the initial setup?
The initial setup and deployment is very easy.
What about the implementation team?
We have a team of five with two technicians, two engineers, and one IT manager.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
We have a license for all the products in my organization—the license for Windows Server and the license for the desktop version like Windows 10.
What other advice do I have?
I would recommend this operating system to new users.
On a scale from one to ten, I would give Windows 10 a nine.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
On-premises
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
Senior Vice President at a financial services firm with 201-500 employees
High performance and reliable
Pros and Cons
- "The performance is good."
- "The solution can improve security."
What is most valuable?
The performance is good.
What needs improvement?
The solution can improve security.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Windows 10 for approximately five years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
When comparing Windows 10 to previous versions it is more stable in my experience.
How are customer service and support?
We have enough experience, we rarely use Microsoft support.
How was the initial setup?
Our engineers did the implementation of the solution.
What about the implementation team?
We did the implementation in-house.
What other advice do I have?
I rate Windows 10 a nine out of ten.
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
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