I use windows 10 for personal usage both at work and while studying.
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?
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.
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How are customer service and 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
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.

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.
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Senior Advisor at a financial services firm with 201-500 employees
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.
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
System Administrator at a tech services company with 501-1,000 employees
Reliable, easily upgraded, and simple to use
Pros and Cons
- "Windows 10 is easy to use."
- "I would like to see the licensing fees reduced."
What is our primary use case?
Windows 10 is an operating system that I use on my laptop to run my personal applications.
What is most valuable?
Windows 10 is easy to use.
What needs improvement?
I would like to see the licensing fees reduced.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Windows 10 for a few 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?
I use Windows 10 at home for personal purposes.
How are customer service and support?
I have not contacted technical support.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
I have used other versions of Windows 10, we upgrade to the newest versions.
How was the initial setup?
It was easy to install.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
The licensing fees could be cheaper.
Licensing fees are paid on a yearly basis.
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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Machine Learning Engineer at ALSO Finland Oy
Performance is worse than other OS options, but backward compatibility is good
Pros and Cons
- "Windows is really backward compatible."
- "Compared to Linux, Windows 10 is not that stable."
What is our primary use case?
Windows 10 is useful for old-fashioned companies that have systems that cannot work with anything else. About 3,000 of our users are on Windows 10. The rest use macOS.
What is most valuable?
Windows is really backward compatible.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Windows 10 since it came out.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
Compared to Linux, Windows 10 is not that stable.
How was the initial setup?
Installing Windows 10 is rather straightforward. It has been for many years.
What other advice do I have?
I would rate Windows 10 four out of 10. I wouldn't recommend it to others. I suggest macOS or Linux instead.
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
IT Production Engineer at a consultancy with 201-500 employees
A stable and scalable solution for running one's personal applications
Pros and Cons
- "The solution is stable."
- "While we have patches on a monthly basis, the solution could be more secure."
What is our primary use case?
I employ the solution for normal use, such as the running of personal applications and internet Office.
What needs improvement?
While we have patches on a monthly basis, the solution could be more secure. Overall, the solution is good for me.
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?
The solution is stable.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
The solution is definitely scalable.
How are customer service and technical support?
We have support but do not have experience with them.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
It was never a question of us using Windows, as we have always done so. We do not wish to use Linux and do not use Citrix for our users, but only for disaster recovery.
What about the implementation team?
Installation does not pose an issue for us, as we employ a CCM and make use of the master.
We can do this on our own with the assistance of a consultant.
We need fewer than 10 people for the deployment and maintenance, consisting of several engineers.
What other advice do I have?
The solution is good for me.
There are around 600 or 650 people making use of the solution in my organization.
I would recommend the solution to others.
I rate Windows 10 as an eight out of ten.
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.
Executive Director - Product & Solution at a cloud solution provider with 11-50 employees
Stable, compatible with most hardware, and reasonable priced
Pros and Cons
- "Windows 10 is user-friendly and very easy to get a compatible driver for the hardware."
- "The solution could improve by reducing the number of updates that are required to stay secure. There are times when I am doing work on my computer and I get interrupted."
What is our primary use case?
I am using Windows 10 on my laptop as an operating system for running applications.
What is most valuable?
Windows 10 is user-friendly and very easy to get a compatible driver for the hardware.
What needs improvement?
The solution could improve by reducing the number of updates that are required to stay secure. There are times when I am doing work on my computer and I get interrupted.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Windows 10 for approximately one year.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
Windows 10 has been stable.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
The price of the solution is reasonable, it normally comes included with a purchase of a laptop or other device.
What other advice do I have?
I rate Windows 10 an eight out of ten.
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
Manager at a tech vendor with 5,001-10,000 employees
A scalable and stable solution that's been around for a long time
Pros and Cons
- "Windows 10 has a convenient user interface."
- "The overall performance could be improved — it loads slowly at times."
What is our primary use case?
As a manager, I use Windows 10 daily. We also use Windows Excel and PowerPoint. We mainly use Windows 10 for email-related needs. We also use Microsoft Windows code to do some technical programming.
Within our organization, there are roughly six to seven thousand employees using Windows 10.
We will definitely continue to use Windows 10.
What is most valuable?
Windows 10 has a convenient user interface. Windows has been around for a long time so we're well aware of the features it offers and how to use them properly. From this perspective, it's convenient for me.
What needs improvement?
The overall performance could be improved — it loads slowly at times.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Windows 10 for seven to eight years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
It didn't use to be stable, but nowadays, it is. Still, it could always be more stable.
How are customer service and technical support?
I have never had to contact support relating to Windows 10.
How was the initial setup?
The installation process is straightforward. It pretty much installs automatically.
What about the implementation team?
We installed it ourselves.
What other advice do I have?
Overall, on a scale from one to ten, I would give Windows 10 a rating of eight.
I would recommend Windows 10 to others. We use Windows 10 because we were mandated to by our organization. Whether they are capable or not, it doesn't really matter. You'll have to use it because it has been mandated by your organization.
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.

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