We used Windows Server to run SQL applications and a few remote desktop applications.
Chief Engineer at a tech services company with 51-200 employees
Easy to use, stable, and simple to configure
Pros and Cons
- "The solution is easy to use."
What is our primary use case?
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.
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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.
Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.

Senior Practice Lead at a tech services company with 10,001+ employees
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.
Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.

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