I use it for running various applications, like Office 365.
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Easy installation and the initial setup time is reasonable
What is our primary use case?
What is most valuable?
Compared to earlier versions I've used, it's certainly an improvement in some ways. I started with Windows way back, maybe even before 3.0, though that was the first widely used.
I was already using Windows 2.0 during university, then was required to use 3.0, 3.1, and Windows 95. I skipped 98 and switched to XP.
So, it's hard to pinpoint a specific "business case" for Windows 10. There's Linux as an alternative, but compatibility with the applications I use just wasn't there, making it a poor choice for me. In that sense, it's mostly just a one-way street.
What needs improvement?
Stability can be an issue. I have to restart it every two days. And the boot time is quite long. My laptop's old, has no SSD, and is just a traditional Winchester. Had desktops with Windows 11 and SSDs, much better performance. But hardware limitations on my current laptop lead to stability and response issues.
It's more like the whole reinstall every two years thing. It makes cleaning a pain. Performance improves significantly after a fresh install, then slowly deteriorates as I add more programs.
But my biggest concern with Windows 10 is actually bigger than my situation. I'm replacing my laptop anyway, but I read that Windows 10 support ends in a year or so. And with hardware limitations, many other computers won't run Windows 11. So it's not just me. A lot of people with decent, still-working Windows 10 machines will lose support and be unable to switch to 11.
This will be a significant problem for individuals and institutions. Large companies with thousands of computers don't replace them every three years, and they might face issues with many computers unable to run Windows 11 and lacking support for 10.
For how long have I used the solution?
I've been using Windows 10 for several years. It's the core system on my current laptop. So, I've been using it for over five years, basically since its introduction.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
Windows 10 is definitely more stable, not like the earlier versions with those constant blue screens when the system crashed. I've been using it for years and maybe seen the blue screen only two or three times. So, it's really stable.
The problem isn't the stability, but the performance definitely degrades over time.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
If you add more RAM, Windows will use it and provide better performance. But otherwise, it's not easy to interpret scalability in this context.
I work in a small organization. Maybe 10 to 15 people use Windows 10, but individually not centrally managed.
How are customer service and support?
We get support mostly from internet searches. Windows has some built-in diagnostics for network issues, printing problems, and so on. Sometimes, the analysis results or even failures from these tools lead you to different support homepages. I've found some helpful answers there, but it's not always clear whether it's an official Microsoft page or just a general support site.
On the other hand, Windows is so widely used that almost every problem has been encountered by someone else. There are usually multiple solutions or workarounds available online. So, in that sense, the support is pretty good. I've never actually had to contact a technical support rep directly.
How would you rate customer service and support?
Positive
How was the initial setup?
The full setup takes about an hour and a half. Naturally, installing all your programs after that can take two days, but that's a separate issue.
The process was pretty simple. I prepped an installation flash drive with the necessary components from the Windows homepage, stuck it in, and the setup started.
I gave some parameters and entered my license key, and that was pretty much it. There were some choices along the way, but they were all straightforward.
It was on-premises for me, but I know larger organizations can deploy Windows remotely with disk images or over the network. That's a different process, though.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
I paid for a license, but there's no monthly fee. It was a one-time purchase, maybe around $100, with my laptop. Not a huge expense.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
I didn't evaluate other options. When Windows 10 came out, I was still on Windows 7, and I switched pretty quickly within a year. Didn't really explore alternative options. I did try Linux as a possibility, but the software I use isn't compatible.
What other advice do I have?
Overall, I would rate the solution a nine out of ten. I would advise not to install too many unnecessary programs because it will definitely slow down Windows, especially those with resident components running in the background.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
Easy to set up, highly scalable and compatible with all applications
What is our primary use case?
I use it for work purposes on my laptop like Outlook, Excel, and so on.
What is most valuable?
It is compatible with most of the applications I use like Office.
What needs improvement?
Windows needs to improve the memory process—memory management. Sometimes, it consumes too much.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Windows for five years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
The stability is not bad. I would rate the stability a six out of ten because you need to restart Windows because Windows doesn't manage memory in the best way.
The operating system, if you don't restart it, will slow down.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
I would rate the scalability a ten out of ten. There are 22 end users in my company using it.
We have plans to increase the number of users, and it is regularly used.
How was the initial setup?
The initial setup is simple. It's user-friendly.
What about the implementation team?
We can do it in-house. So we only need to put the CD in the laptop, and it's next, next, next. It's very simple.
It took around 30 minutes to install. It can be deployed on-premises or in the cloud. You can create a virtual machine with Windows 10.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
It is not expensive. The licensing costs are okay. I would rate the pricing a seven out of ten, with one being cheap and ten being expensive.
What other advice do I have?
Overall, I would rate it a ten out of ten. Because in the world, it's the most used OS in all companies. It's compatible with all applications.
Ensures an increase in the productivity of its users
What is our primary use case?
I use Windows 10 in my company as an operating system to install applications, and then we use the applications to do what we need to do. The tool helps our company use browsers to surf the internet. With Windows 10, there are office tools that help users to work.
How has it helped my organization?
The tool's use increased productivity in our company because its users don't need any training to get started with the solution.
What is most valuable?
The most valuable feature of the solution is that it is easy to use, making it a user-friendly product.
What needs improvement?
Windows 10 has already been moved to Windows 11, but of course, they are more or less the same tool. Windows 10 can do something to make the tool available without the need to boot it. It takes a lot of time to boot Windows 10, and I want it to complete the booting process in two or three minutes. The search functionality in the product has glitches at times.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Windows 10 since its inception. I believe I have been using the product for six years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
It is a stable solution. Stability-wise, I rate the solution a nine out of ten.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
It is a very scalable solution.
Around 8,000 users in my company use the product. Even if my company plans to expand the use of the solution, we will do it at a slow pace.
How are customer service and support?
My company pays to get premium support from Microsoft.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
My company has experience with Windows XP, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows 8, and Windows 11. My company kept upgrading to the latest version of the solution.
How was the initial setup?
The product's initial setup phase was easy.
You need to have Windows OS in place for the product's deployment phase. If you're doing the deployment online, you can download the tool. If you don't take care of the deployment online, you need a bootable device.
The solution can be deployed in 20 to 30 minutes, depending on your internet strength.
Around five to ten people are required to take care of the product's deployment and maintenance phases.
What about the implementation team?
The installation phase of the product can be managed by oneself.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
I am not part of the vendor management team, so I don't know the product's price, but I know that my company has an enterprise agreement with Microsoft.
What other advice do I have?
The performance of the product is good.
The product is easy to use and is straightforward.
I rate the overall tool a nine out of ten.
The ease of operating it boosts my productivity
What is our primary use case?
I have used it for sports, gaming and mainly Googling.
What is most valuable?
It is fast, user-friendly and the GUI is interactive. The ease of operating it boosts my productivity.
What needs improvement?
The design of different folders and icons should be more intuitive and accessible. Windows 10 should offer the wireless transfer of file and folder sharing between mobile devices and computers, similar to the AirDrop feature by Apple.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Windows 10 for the past two years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
I would rate the stability 9 out of 10. It would have been better if there was a single ecosystem, similar to Mac and made it easy to share the files with other devices .
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
The scalability is fine and helps you to synchronize the files and folders on cloud
How are customer service and support?
I had an issue with Windows 10, so I contacted support from the US initially due to my location, but eventually found effective assistance from the support team in Saudi Arabia.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
I have used Mac and Linux and switched from the same, because we had Microsoft tablets at our work.
How was the initial setup?
It was easy, similar to other products. The product was already deployed in the laptop
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
The price strategy is fine and there are no additional costs involved.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
I evaluated Apple, but Windows offered more features.
What other advice do I have?
Windows 10 offers faster performance and longer battery life compared to competitors. I would rate it 7 out of 10.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
Helps to make the most of all the features in the Microsoft technology environment
What is our primary use case?
I prefer using Windows 10 on my workstation. The user interface is more user-friendly, making navigating the operating system and applications easier. Since I'm a developer, most of the development tools I use are compatible with Windows 10.
For various productivity tasks, browsing, and working with tools like data warehouses, I find Windows 10 to be a suitable choice.
How has it helped my organization?
We use Windows 10 because it lets us use the latest Windows technology and applications. For example, we work with Power BI, which doesn't work on Linux. It allows us to make the most of all the features in the Microsoft technology environment.
What is most valuable?
Windows has significantly improved its performance and stability over the past seven or eight years. In the earlier days, issues were more challenging to resolve, but nowadays, most problems are easily fixed.
What needs improvement?
I'm currently facing an issue on Windows 10 related to pop-up notifications. The problem is identifying which specific application requires attention when the taskbar notifies about an important event. For instance, when working on an application, the taskbar appears with a notification but doesn't indicate which application needs attention. I have to minimize the active application windows to identify it, which can be inconvenient.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
The product is stable as long as you use the compatible hardware.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
The solution is scalable. It allows us to use Linux and Docker for Windows. Previously, to use a Linux platform on Windows, we relied on VMware or Oracle virtual machines. Now, with the stable Windows Subsystem for Linux, there's no need for virtual machines.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
Previously, we used Linux in its various GUI and desktop versions alongside Windows. However, we primarily use Windows due to limitations in functionality, especially with applications like Microsoft Office. Some colleagues use Mac OS, but I prefer using Windows.
How was the initial setup?
Installing Windows 10, including all the updates, takes around four to six hours. It is an easy process. We first need a bootable USB drive containing the Windows ISO license to install the product. After booting from the USB drive, the installation process begins, prompting us to choose new installation, license activation, and user account setup options. The installer guides us through configuring settings like time zone, date, language, and creating a new user account with a password. Once the base software is installed, the system reboots, and users can activate the license or register within a specified time frame.
What about the implementation team?
The tool's deployment was done in-house.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
We need to pay for the licensing through Microsoft partner. We benefit from an education license in the Philippines, which provides us with a better deal compared to Windows licenses for retail stores.
What other advice do I have?
I rate the solution a ten out of ten.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
User-friendly, easy to setup and manage domain
What is our primary use case?
My use case is related to the corporate office.
What is most valuable?
It is user-friendly, and its features are good. It's user-friendly, and you can toggle between all your UI and features, which is good.
What needs improvement?
There is a little bit room for improvement in UI. I would just recommend that Windows 10 focus more on security. Windows 10 should update patches promptly as they become available for normal security purposes to prevent hacking and other issues.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using it for more than ten years. I am a Microsoft lover. I've been using it since Windows XP, so it's been quite a few years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
Scalability depends on the customer's requirements, like storage needs. It's flexible.
If it's a virtual machine (VM), scalability is good. But for physical devices, it depends on the specific setup.
All of our employees, over 5,000, are using Windows products. The number has been increasing over the past 20 years. All of our users are on Windows systems.
Mostly engineers use Windows. Some use Linux, depending on client requirements. But Windows is used extensively.
How are customer service and support?
How was the initial setup?
The initial setup is very easy. It took less than half an hour.
What about the implementation team?
We didn't take anyone's help. I did it myself. I deployed it myself.
The process is quite simple. Since CDs and all the necessary materials are available, you just follow the on-screen instructions. It's not complicated at all.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
Windows 10 has a good subscription. But, Microsoft should work on making the OS more affordable to compete with other operating systems like Linux, which is known for its security and is used on many servers. They could also add new features and support more applications.
The licensing is yearly. I think the license is only available on a yearly basis. It would be nice if they offered some one-time license options where you could procure it for a lifetime.
It's not expensive or cheap, but it's in a mediocre range. They could make it a little bit cheaper.
What other advice do I have?
Overall, I would rate the product an eight out of ten. The benefits are more related to software users or people who use Windows in organizations. It's easy to manage domains and configure it. That's a major benefit.
Even if the OS gets corrupted or compromised, users can easily format the system and start over. That can be done very easily.
A user-friendly tool that offers an exceptional level of stability
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?
A Microsoft operating system for personal computers, tablets, embedded devices and internet of things devices
What is our primary use case?
Windows 10 is a standard defect tool for all laptops. Some desktop so that we don't know all I would say all employees, customer computer are using Windows.
What needs improvement?
Windows Updating System needs improvement.
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 highly stable solution. I rate the stability an eight out of ten.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
It is a scalable solution. I would rate the scalability an eight out of ten.
How was the initial setup?
The initial setup is straightforward. I would rate it eight out of ten. The deployment takes less than two hours.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
All Microsoft products are expensive.
What other advice do I have?
I would rate the overall solution an eight out of ten.
A highly scalable and user-friendly operating system for workstations in corporate offices
What is our primary use case?
We used Windows 10 for workstations on operations or corporate offices.
What is most valuable?
Windows 10 is a user-friendly operating system.
What needs improvement?
The solution should improve the updates because the computers have a boot error whenever they release an upgrade.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Windows 10 for three years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
We sometimes couldn't operate the system because of the error on updates.
I rate the solution a nine out of ten for stability.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
Less than 1,000 users were using the solution in our organization.
I rate Windows 10 ten out of ten for scalability.
What about the implementation team?
The solution's installation and configuration took around one hour. We deploy the solution manually. Since we don't have automatic deployment, we install the operating system one step at a time.
What was our ROI?
Since Windows 10 is the only operating system we use, it is very useful for us in the office to run all applications.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
We pay a licensing fee for Windows 10, which is too expensive.
What other advice do I have?
Overall, I rate the solution ten out of ten.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
A stable solution that has useful features and fulfills the basic needs of users
What is our primary use case?
It is the main operating system of our organization.
What is most valuable?
I am a basic user. We use it because it is the company policy. I do not have any issues with it. The product is pretty stable.
What needs improvement?
It takes too long to find files. The search feature could be improved.
For how long have I used the solution?
I am using the latest version of the solution.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
We did not face any issues with stability.
How was the initial setup?
The IT department installs the solution for us. It took them half a day.
What other advice do I have?
We do not use other systems like Oracle. Overall, I rate the tool a nine out of ten.