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MukeshKumar5 - PeerSpot reviewer
Cyber security manager at Apparel
Real User
Top 20
Easy to use and familiar
Pros and Cons
  • "The two main features that I have found valuable are its ease of use and that we are used to using Windows."
  • "In the next release, I would like it to improve regarding stability plus performance."

What is our primary use case?

It is deployed on both cloud and on-prem.

I use a computing device, but it can be used for multiple functions and multiple aspects.

What is most valuable?

The two main features that I have found valuable are its ease of use and that we are used to using Windows.

What needs improvement?

In the next release, I would like improvement regarding stability plus performance.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been using Windows 10 for a couple of years.

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What do I think about the stability of the solution?

Windows 10 is stable. Clearly there are multiple vulnerabilities, multiple issues that happen, but otherwise it works.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

Windows 10 is scalable. We have around 3 to 4,000 people using it. And we have 20 - 25 admins or managers responsible for it.

How are customer service and support?

The support is okay.

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

I previously tried Windows 7.

How was the initial setup?

It was a straightforward installation. It took 15 - 20 minutes.

What about the implementation team?

You can install it by yourself or with the help of the consultant\integrator.

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

It offers a yearly and a monthly subscription. Yearly is the one we are using.

What other advice do I have?

On a scale of one to ten, I would give Windows 10 an eight.

Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

Hybrid Cloud
Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
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Manjunath Bhimareddy - PeerSpot reviewer
Project Lead Performance Engineer & Automation at Allstate
Real User
Top 5
User-friendly, scalable, and reliable
Pros and Cons
  • "The installation process is easy."
  • "They should lower the price point."

What is our primary use case?

We primarily use Windows 10 for all of our technical work. 

What is most valuable?

The product has been very easy to use and is quite user-friendly.

We have found the solution to be very stable.

The level of scalability is quite good. 

The installation process is easy.

What needs improvement?

The solution is expensive. They should lower the price point. 

For how long have I used the solution?

I've been using this particular solution for three or four years at this point. It's been a while now. 

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

The solution is quite stable and very reliable. I haven't dealt with bugs or glitches. It doesn't seem to crash or freeze. We find the performance to be good. 

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

The product has been very scalable. If a company needs to expand it, it can do so.

We have about 2,000 workers on the solution currently.

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

We did not use a different solution before adopting Windows 10.

How was the initial setup?

The installation is not overly complex or difficult. It's quite straightforward and very easy to deploy.

A company should not have any issues implementing the solution. 

What about the implementation team?

Everything is handled by a central team in our organization.

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

The solution is a bit costly. We would prefer it if the price wasn't so high.

What other advice do I have?

I use it myself, personally. I don't have a business relationship with Microsoft.

Overall, we've been happy with this product.

I'd rate the solution at a nine out of ten. I would happily recommend the product to other companies or users as I've had a good experience overall. 

Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

On-premises
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Erick  Karanja - PeerSpot reviewer
Technical Lead at Cellulant Kenya
Real User
Top 5Leaderboard
A stable and easy-to-deploy solution that is faster and much more advanced than other products
Pros and Cons
  • "The solution is faster compared to other operating systems I have used."
  • "The product must reduce the number of updates."

What is our primary use case?

I use the solution for my daily work.

What is most valuable?

The solution is faster compared to other operating systems I have used. It is much more advanced than Windows 7 and Windows XP.

What needs improvement?

The product must reduce the number of updates. When a company uses an operating system, the employees must adapt it. It can release more versions instead of giving so many updates.


For how long have I used the solution?

I have been using the solution for the last four years.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

I rate the tool’s stability a nine out of ten. It has a lot of updates. We need to wait till the updates are completed.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

I am the only user.

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

I have used Fedora. It's my favorite product. I switched to Windows 10 because of our company’s policy.

How was the initial setup?

The setup is very straightforward. The deployment takes one hour. We just download the file, burn it into a disc, and boot the machine or the hard drive.

What about the implementation team?

I can deploy the product myself.

What other advice do I have?

I highly recommend the solution to others. Overall. I rate the product a nine out of ten.

Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
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Solution Architect at Hw
Real User
Top 5
A user-friendly interface with a variety of features and robust security but with significant update-related issues and forced system updates
Pros and Cons
  • "Among the most valuable aspects are the graphics tools and the integrated security features, with a notably effective firewall."
  • "Sometimes, upgrades may fail, leading to system crashes or other unexpected issues."

What is our primary use case?

We made the transition to Windows 11 for our daily use, and we've found it to be a more efficient and lighter operating system. It appears to offer improved security and flexibility.

What is most valuable?

Among the most valuable aspects are the graphics tools and the integrated security features, with a notably effective firewall. It's a stable system overall.

What needs improvement?

Sometimes, upgrades may fail, leading to system crashes or other unexpected issues. There have been instances of performance concerns and occasional hiccups when dealing with Huawei's customized version of Windows 10.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been using it for four years.

How are customer service and support?

I would rate its support services eight out of ten.

How would you rate customer service and support?

Positive

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

It falls within the average price range; it's not particularly cheap or expensive.

What other advice do I have?

Overall, I would rate it seven out of ten.

Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
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Kaveesha Liyanage - PeerSpot reviewer
Student at University of Huddersfield
Real User
An affordable solution, but UI features need improvement
Pros and Cons
  • "The solution's price is affordable."
  • "The solution's UI could be better."

What is our primary use case?

We use the solution to run a few applications.

What needs improvement?

The solution's UI could be better.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been using the solution since 2022.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

I rate the solution's stability a six out of ten.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

I rate the solution's scalability a five out of ten.

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

I have used Windows 8 before.

How was the initial setup?

The solution's initial setup process works fine. It takes five minutes to complete.

What about the implementation team?

We implemented the solution in-house.

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

The solution's price is affordable. We purchase its yearly license.

What other advice do I have?

I rate the solution a six out of ten.

Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
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Manish Ayani - PeerSpot reviewer
Cyber Security Specialist at Nueva Solutions
Real User
Easy-to-use solution with a good user interface
Pros and Cons
  • "Windows 10 is easy to use with a good user interface."
  • "I would like to get less frequent updates from Windows 10."

What is our primary use case?

Windows 10 can be used for admin tasks, developing, gaming, etc.

What is most valuable?

Windows 10's operating system is quite popular. Windows 10 is easy to use with a good user interface.

What needs improvement?

I would like to get less frequent updates from Windows 10.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been using Windows 10 for 18 to 20 years.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

I rate Windows 10 an eight out of ten for stability.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

Windows 10 is a scalable solution. Approximately 50 to 60 users are using the software in our company.

How was the initial setup?

Windows 10 has an easy setup.

What about the implementation team?

The deployment of Windows 10 takes about 20 minutes. The solution can be deployed on the cloud and on-prem as well. One or two people are required for the maintenance of the solution.

What was our ROI?

We have seen a return on investment with Windows 10.

What other advice do I have?

Overall, I rate Windows 10 a nine out of ten.

Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
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IT specialist at IGFEJ
Real User
There are many ways to find files and programs, but it should have more native compatibility with Linux applications
Pros and Cons
  • "For the most part, Windows 10 is the same as earlier versions of the operating system, but there are more ways to find files and programs. It's user-friendly."
  • "Windows 10 could be more compatible with Linux-based programs. We would prefer to use Linux, but we need human support. Our leaders decided to go that way. They prefer to pay more for Microsoft because they believe it offers a better value."

What is our primary use case?

We use Windows 10 to run various applications. Most of our applications are web-based. We have very few client-server applications. 

What is most valuable?

For the most part, Windows 10 is the same as earlier versions of the operating system, but there are more ways to find files and programs. It's user-friendly.

What needs improvement?

Windows 10 could be more compatible with Linux-based programs. We would prefer to use Linux, but we need human support. Our leaders decided to go that way. They prefer to pay more for Microsoft because they believe it offers a better value. 

For how long have I used the solution?

I have used Windows 10 for more than five years. 

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

Windows 10 is stable. I have only gotten a blue screen one or two times. It's rare. 

How was the initial setup?

Installing Windows 10 is straightforward because we've used the other Windows operating systems, so it isn't hard for our engineers to configure the machines. 

What other advice do I have?

I rate Windows 10 seven out of 10. Other operating systems are excellent but harder to use. 

Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

On-premises
Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
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Support at Za irery
Real User
Leaderboard
It's easy to use and set up
Pros and Cons
  • "Windows 10 is easy to use. I like the built-in antivirus features."
  • "PowerShell could be improved."

What is our primary use case?

I use Windows 10 as an operating system for running applications. We have more than 300 employees. Almost all of them are running Windows 10. 

What is most valuable?

Windows 10 is easy to use. I like the built-in antivirus features. 

What needs improvement?

PowerShell could be improved. 

For how long have I used the solution?

I have used Windows 10 for 10 years.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

Windows 10 is stable. 

How are customer service and support?

Microsoft's support is good, but it takes them a long time to respond. 

How was the initial setup?

Windows 10 is easy to set up.

What other advice do I have?

I rate Microsoft Windows 10 an eight out of ten. 

Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
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