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reviewer1126884 - PeerSpot reviewer
Principal Consultant at a tech services company with 51-200 employees
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High performance, reliable, but simple implementation
Pros and Cons
  • "I have found Windows Server to be easy to use and the performance to be good."

    What is our primary use case?

    We are using Windows Server as a cloud server.

    What is most valuable?

    I have found Windows Server to be easy to use and the performance to be good.

    For how long have I used the solution?

    I have been using Windows Server for many years.

    What do I think about the stability of the solution?

    The stability of the Windows Server has been good.

    We have been using the same Windows Server release for years, we haven't needed to buy another one.

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    What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

    We use Windows Server primarily as a file server and as a mail server and has been working well with 20 users.

    How are customer service and support?

    We do our own technical support within the company.

    How was the initial setup?

    The implementation process for Windows Server was fine, we did not have any problems. It took us less than a day to complete the implementation.

    What about the implementation team?

    We have a team that handles the implementation.

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

    The price of the solution should be less expensive. There is an annual subscription to use the solution.

    What other advice do I have?

    The solution has fulfilled its requirements.

    There are many operating systems that people can use, such as Linux and Windows Server. They all work well for their purpose.

    I rate Windows Server a six out of ten.

    Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

    On-premises
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    reviewer1680246 - PeerSpot reviewer
    Chief Engineer at a tech services company with 51-200 employees
    Real User
    Easy to use, stable, and simple to configure
    Pros and Cons
    • "The solution is easy to use."

      What is our primary use case?

      We used Windows Server to run SQL applications and a few remote desktop applications.

      What is most valuable?

      The solution is easy to use.

      For how long have I used the solution?

      I have been using Windows Server for approximately four 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?

      Windows Server is scalable.

      We have approximately 20 people in my organization using this solution.

      How was the initial setup?

      Windows Server is easy to configure. However, it takes approximately three months for the full implementation.

      What about the implementation team?

      We used integrators to do the implementation of the solution. We have one technician that works on the solution.

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

      Windows Server's whole licensing model is complex because if you have, for example, Microsoft Office and end-user applications installed on a server with a remote desktop, then the licensing can be complex. If the model could be simplified it would be better.

      What other advice do I have?

      I would recommend this solution to others.

      I rate Windows Server an eight out of ten.

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      reviewer1124103 - PeerSpot reviewer
      Senior Practice Lead at a tech services company with 10,001+ employees
      Real User
      Server solution that is stable and scalable used for ten years to host applications
      Pros and Cons
      • "We use this solution for hosting applications on the server."
      • "The on premises to cloud migration should be easier."

      What is our primary use case?

      We use this solution for hosting applications on the server. 

      What needs improvement?

      The on premises to cloud migration should be easier. 

      For how long have I used the solution?

      I have used this solution for ten years. 

      What do I think about the stability of the solution?

      This is a stable solution. 

      What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

      This is a scalable solution. 

      What other advice do I have?

      I would rate this solution an eight out of ten. 

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      VIJAY RAGAVAN - PeerSpot reviewer
      Team Manager at Waters Corporation
      Real User
      Top 10
      Facilitate fast deployment and seamless network management in global enterprise environments
      Pros and Cons
      • "Network configuration and management in Windows Server is very easy, providing fast deployment, plug and play capability, and simplified partition creation."
      • "The initial setup of Windows Server was complex."

      What is our primary use case?

      In my organization, we use Windows Server both for our own company purposes and for our customers who use our software products. We are based in India, and most of our enterprise customers use Windows Server.

      What is most valuable?

      Network configuration and management in Windows Server is very easy, providing fast deployment, plug and play capability, and simplified partition creation. This ease is crucial for us as we operate in analytical sciences with multiple laboratories. Additionally, backup work is facilitated by our own backup deployment managers, enhancing our management capabilities.

      What needs improvement?

      An area of improvement in Windows Server is the diagnostics of network drops, especially in a cloud environment. The current diagnostic logs have not seen much improvement in the last ten years and aren't very helpful in addressing network-related issues specific to individual customer locations.

      For how long have I used the solution?

      I have several years of experience with Windows Server, possibly even decades.

      What was my experience with deployment of the solution?

      The initial setup of Windows Server was complex. We deployed it on Azure, and the process took approximately one to two days at most.

      What do I think about the stability of the solution?

      Windows Server is very stable, and I would rate its stability at nine out of ten.

      What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

      Windows Server offers high scalability. I would rate its scalability at eight point five out of ten.

      How are customer service and support?

      The technical support for Windows Server is of very high quality. I would rate it at nine point five out of ten.

      How would you rate customer service and support?

      Positive

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

      My team and I have been dependent on Windows Server for several years and have never used any other solutions.

      How was the initial setup?

      The initial setup of Windows Server was complex.

      What about the implementation team?

      We handled the deployment ourselves in-house for both our internal requirements and our customers'. If a customer's workflow restricts us, we request them to deploy their own team or use a third-party team.

      What was our ROI?

      We calculate ROIs for several solutions, including Windows Server, and propose the results to our customers to convince them why they should upgrade. Our company manufactures both hardware and software, and we use our previous experiences for these calculations to maximize the utilization of resources available.

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

      The price of Windows Server is high, with significant costs for maintenance, initial deployment, and hardware. These high costs can limit expansion for organizations unable to afford it, but those with the means can benefit from its scalability.

      Which other solutions did I evaluate?

      I went straight with Windows Server without evaluating other options.

      What other advice do I have?

      Overall, I rate Windows Server as nine out of ten. It is one of the best solutions available globally. I recommend Windows Server to others.

      Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

      Public Cloud

      If public cloud, private cloud, or hybrid cloud, which cloud provider do you use?

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