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VivekIsukapalli - PeerSpot reviewer
Principal - Low Code at LTIMindtree
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User-friendly product with an easy initial setup process
Pros and Cons
  • "Windows 10 is a user-friendly product."
  • "The system's pricing needs improving."

What is most valuable?

Windows 10 is a user-friendly product. I do not encounter any struggle while using it.

What needs improvement?

The system's pricing needs improving.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

The product is robust and has good stability.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

We have around 40,000 Windows 10 users in our organization. It is a scalable platform.

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How was the initial setup?

The initial setup is easy. It only takes a few minutes to complete.

What about the implementation team?

I can implement the product myself for personal use. However, I would require assistance from a consultant to deploy in a professional space.

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

Windows 10 is expensive. 

What other advice do I have?

I recommend Windows 10 and rate it a ten out of ten. It is deployed on the cloud and has good functionality.

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Practitioner - Service Management at Peristent Systems
Real User
Top 5Leaderboard
Offers a very ease of setup phase to its users
Pros and Cons
  • "The product's initial setup phase was very simple, and I feel anyone can do it."
  • "The tool's expensive part is an area where improvements are required."

What is our primary use case?

I use the solution in my company as it is the operating system installed on my laptop. The tool is used for regular day-to-day use, like for running apps and some official work.

What needs improvement?

The tool's expensive part is an area where improvements are required.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have experience working with Windows 10. I have been using it since it was released on the market.

How are customer service and support?

I never had to contact the solution's technical support.

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

Personally, I use macOS, and I believe it is good for personal use.

How was the initial setup?

The product's initial setup phase was very simple, and I feel anyone can do it.

The solution can be deployed in 45 minutes.

What was our ROI?

Windows 10 is definitely better than Windows 7 in terms of performance, as it is comparatively faster and easier to work with, so all the work gets done quickly.

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

The tool's price used to be good earlier, but now it has become expensive. The tool is worth the money, especially since Windows 10 users got auto-upgraded to Windows 11.

What other advice do I have?

After the tool's implementation, I can say that I see that its performance is better since the system does not hang anymore. The UI is also good. Overall, the experience is even better with Windows 11.

Windows 10 was definitely better than Windows 7. Windows 11 is better than Windows 10.

I like the fact that Windows 10 introduced Windows Defender, so I don't have to install antivirus separately. Windows Defender works well.

I have not integrated the tool with other teams.

I recommend Windows 11 over Windows 10.

I rate the tool an eight out of ten.

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Virimai Mare - PeerSpot reviewer
L3 Engineer at Momentum Metropolitan Holdings Limited
Real User
Top 5
A user-friendly solution that can be used to send emails and communicate with peers
Pros and Cons
  • "Windows 10 is more user-friendly and has most of the things I want."
  • "The solution’s security and stability could be improved."

What is our primary use case?

I use Windows 10 for my day-to-day work facilities. I use the solution on my desktop to send emails and communicate with my peers.

What is most valuable?

Windows 10 is more user-friendly and has most of the things I want. If I want to learn something, it's much easier with the solution.

What needs improvement?

The solution’s security and stability could be improved.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been using Windows 10 for around three years.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

I rate the solution an eight out of ten for stability.

How was the initial setup?

The solution’s initial setup is straightforward.

What about the implementation team?

The solution was deployed in-house.

What other advice do I have?

Overall, I rate the solution an eight out of ten.

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Awais Sajid - PeerSpot reviewer
Security Engineer at Secure Networks
Real User
Top 5
UI is very easily accessible, easy to use but troubleshooting feature could be better
Pros and Cons
  • "It is really easy to configure and maintain."
  • "There is room for improvement in the troubleshooting feature."

What is our primary use case?

It's generally used for managing the laptop. Its UI is very easily accessible, so I can manage all the things easily across many platforms. 

Secondly, Microsoft provides support for a lot of things. So it's generally easy for you to access anything on Windows as compared to Linux.

How has it helped my organization?

I don't exactly remember if this level of encryption was included in which operating system of Windows, but that's a great feature that you can encrypt the whole disk. So BIOS level password is another great security feature that protects the laptop with a BIOS password when you try to log in. So I think that these two features are really good: file-level encryption and then BIOS-level encryption.

What is most valuable?

The main benefit of Windows operating system is that it's really easy to use. So, when it's easy to use, you can definitely teach anyone easily. It's easy to tell anyone things who is not linked to the operating system.

It's been only one month since I have switched to Windows 11, and I haven't been using it very much as compared to Windows 10. However, one main feature that I would like to highlight is the amendment of CMD in Windows 11. You can now access many things from the command line and install a lot of features from there as well. 

Secondly, many new updates are being installed, which allows you to access things easily.

I have used voice recognition as well. That's a great feature. And one more thing, the integration of Copilot, that's a really amazing thing.

Windows 11 has Copilot built into the Windows operating system by default.

What needs improvement?

There is room for improvement in the troubleshooting feature, which they have integrated into Windows; I think they should make it easier and more efficient to troubleshoot any issues. 

Even when you run a troubleshooter, it is not able to identify the real problem. So, I need to Google that problem and then find a solution on YouTube. Instead, we should be able to just write that on the community platform, and we are able to help. Troubleshooting can easily identify the real cause of the problem. I think that was not present in Windows 10.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been using it for a very long time. It's almost since it was launched. So, from the release.

How are customer service and support?

Windows 11 support is really good compared to Windows 10. But when I was using Windows 10, their support was a bit poor. They were not completely poor—their community is working a lot—but their support was a bit poor compared to Windows 11.

How would you rate customer service and support?

Neutral

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

Windows 10 is easy to use, but as compared to the other operating system, it is not free. Linux is open source, and Linux is completely free.

The main difference between Windows 7, 10, and 11 is that Windows 11 has CMD installed. So you can easily access things from the command line as well. You can install many things from the command line as well. And now the GUI is relatively easier as compared to Windows 10. 

Secondly, the regular updates which Windows 10 and 11 give you. So now I don't know that Windows 10 is being supported by Microsoft because now I'm using Windows 11. But the main thing is that your updates are getting installed easily and automatically. So there is no worry about your operating system being hacked by anyone. They are automatically patching all the vulnerabilities in the system.

How was the initial setup?

Even if I compare Windows 10 and Windows 11, it is really easy to configure and maintain.

What other advice do I have?

Overall, I would rate it a seven out of ten. 

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Real User
Top 10
A stable operating system with Active Directory configurations
Pros and Cons
  • "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."

    How has it helped my organization?

    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, familiarity should lead to efficiency.

    What is most valuable?

    Active Directory configuration for administrators makes it very easy to manage the environment in companies or universities at an enterprise level, making it possible to do everything.

    What needs improvement?

    The solution could improve the availability and compatibility of applications like Linux. Additionally, refining the file transfer process to ensure smoother transitions between different applications or systems would be beneficial. Lastly, ensuring seamless compatibility with common file formats like PowerPoint presentations could enhance user experience and efficiency on Windows platforms. It should have less frequent updates for the UI and threats. I started with Windows 95. Sometimes, there are changes in the user interface, so some services and tools are in different places than in the previous version. It takes some time to get used to it.

    The solution should improve the Windows startup process by allowing users to customise which components launch at startup is a valid one. This would give users more control over their system's performance and resource usage. Implementing a feature that allows users to easily manage startup programs and services, perhaps through a dedicated settings menu or a startup manager tool, could address this issue. This way, users could disable or enable specific applications and services according to their preferences, optimizing their system's performance and startup time. Additionally, providing clear information about the impact of each startup item on system resources could help users make informed decisions about which components to enable or disable.

    For how long have I used the solution?

    I have been using Windows for 15 years.

    What do I think about the stability of the solution?

    The product is stable.

    I rate the solution’s stability eight or nine out of ten.

    What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

    The solution’s scalability is good.

    I rate the solution’s scalability ten out of ten.

    How are customer service and support?

    The IT department, specifically the ICT team, provides support for this. Several people are involved. They manage the computer rooms, including installation and updates. A new installation is required every year because students change. I manage computers, adhering to organizational rules.

    How was the initial setup?

    The initial setup is fast.

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

    You need to pay for a license for Windows 10 every month.

    What other advice do I have?

    Windows Defender aims to provide users with a secure computing experience, and it's advisable to keep your system updated to take advantage of the latest security enhancements.

    I use a computer with only four gigabytes of RAM. There are ten nodes in my notebook. I plan to buy a new one with a huge RAM memory, but currently, only four gigabytes work in one node, while eight gigabytes work in an external computer. The system startup is very slow because the newest version of Windows requires more memory. Many services are running. It should change how Windows starts. Some components, like Skype, start automatically with Windows.

    The solution's configuration is easy.

    Overall, I rate the solution a nine out of ten.

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    IT consultant at mptechconsult
    Real User
    Top 5
    The new security features are very good, and the stability is better than the previous versions
    Pros and Cons
    • "The new security features are very good."
    • "The product has some bugs."

    What is our primary use case?

    Windows 10 is an operating system that everyone in our organization uses.

    What is most valuable?

    All the features are critical. The stability of the solution is better than that of its previous versions. It has been stable in most cases. The new security features are very good.

    What needs improvement?

    The product has some bugs. The performance must be improved.

    For how long have I used the solution?

    I have been using the solution for a few years.

    What do I think about the stability of the solution?

    I rate the stability an eight out of ten.

    What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

    We have up to 1500 users. All our systems have the solution installed. We do not have any plans to increase the number of users.

    How are customer service and support?

    We’re in touch with the support team for updates, minor changes, and modifications to the operating system.

    How was the initial setup?

    The setup is very easy. It takes about 15 minutes. To install the solution, we must plug in the USB, turn on the system, and go through the installation process. It gets installed easily. There is no technicality.

    What about the implementation team?

    I can deploy the product myself. All it needs is a USB plug-in.

    What was our ROI?

    Break-even can be achieved in about a year and a half. It's a stable operating system. It allows us to use all the peripherals and accessories.

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

    Windows 10 is a one-time purchase.

    What other advice do I have?

    We've dealt with Microsoft Volume Licensing and OEM licensing. It is worth using Windows 10. It is better than Windows 8. There aren't many other options. Overall, I rate the product an eight out of ten.

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    Bwalya Kasase - PeerSpot reviewer
    Operation Analyst at New Energy Consulting
    Real User
    Top 5
    Offers good support, easy enough to use and from a desktop perspective, Windows 10 is scalable
    Pros and Cons
    • "The initial setup was fairly straightforward. It took just about a day."
    • "Sometimes it can be resource-hungry."

    What is our primary use case?

    It was the main operating system.

    What needs improvement?

    At the time, I used Windows 10, and it crashed a lot, but not as much as previous versions of Windows. That's one thing I can remember being a bit of a pain.

    Moreover, I would like to see the little things like when you're working with Windows Explorer, you can open multiple tabs. It wasn't available in Windows 10.

    For how long have I used the solution?

    I have been using Windows 10 since it's been out.

    What do I think about the stability of the solution?

    I would rate the stability a seven out of ten. I had some crashes. 

    What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

    From a desktop perspective, it's scalable.

    How are customer service and support?

    The customer service and support are good.

    How would you rate customer service and support?

    Neutral

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

    It wasn't so much a decision as not having thought about it in advance. It's just when Windows 11 came out; it just felt natural, like progressing to a newer OS.

    How was the initial setup?

    The initial setup was fairly straightforward. It took just about a day.

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

    The pricing is about average.

    Which other solutions did I evaluate?

    Just decided to work with it because it's the one that's commonly used.

    What other advice do I have?

    Overall, I would rate the solution an eight out of ten. It's easy enough to use, but sometimes it can be resource-hungry.

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    reviewer1651011 - PeerSpot reviewer
    Software Consultant at a tech vendor with 1,001-5,000 employees
    Real User
    Top 5
    A user-friendly tool that offers an exceptional level of stability
    Pros and Cons
    • "The product's initial setup phase is a ten out of ten, where ten means that it needs an easy setup process."
    • "In Microsoft Windows 10, screen sharing is an area of concern where improvements are needed, as such an option is not user-friendly."

    What is our primary use case?

    I use the solution in my company since, in our day-to-day life, we need Windows OS to operate and open different types of applications, like Microsoft Office, Microsoft 365, and Outlook.

    How has it helped my organization?

    From a benefit perspective, I rate the Windows OS a ten out of ten.

    What is most valuable?

    The most valuable feature of the product is that it is a user-friendly tool with all the basic features, especially compared to other operating systems.

    What needs improvement?

    Remote access should be improved in the product. In Microsoft Windows 10, screen sharing is an area of concern where improvements are needed, as such an option is not user-friendly. If I want to connect another user to my laptop or computer, it should be easy to connect.

    Microsoft must automate the part involving patch updates for Windows 10.

    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?

    It is a stable solution. Stability-wise, I rate the solution a ten out of ten.

    What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

    It is a scalable solution. Scalability-wise, I rate the solution a ten out of ten.

    More than 100 users in my company use the product.

    There are no plans to increase the use of the solution in the future.

    How are customer service and support?

    I rate the technical support an eight out of ten.

    How would you rate customer service and support?

    Positive

    How was the initial setup?

    The product's initial setup phase is a ten out of ten, where ten means that it needs an easy setup process.

    I rate the product's deployment phase a seven out of ten, where one is easy to process, and ten is difficult to process. Every time when our company receives patch updates, the management needs to update it manually.

    The solution is deployed on an on-premises model.

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

    Windows 10 is a cheaply priced product.

    What other advice do I have?

    I recommend the solution to those who plan to use it as it is a user-friendly product that anyone can use.

    I rate the overall product a ten out of ten.

    Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

    On-premises
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