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Vendor: Microsoft
4.1 out of 5

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Windows Server mindshare

As of August 2025, the mindshare of Windows Server in the Operating Systems (OS) for Business category stands at 9.6%, up from 8.6% compared to the previous year, according to calculations based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Operating Systems (OS) for Business Market Share Distribution
ProductMarket Share (%)
Windows Server9.6%
Rocky Linux15.3%
Ubuntu Linux12.2%
Other62.900000000000006%
Operating Systems (OS) for Business

PeerResearch reports based on Windows Server reviews

TypeTitleDate
CategoryOperating Systems (OS) for BusinessAug 27, 2025Download
ProductReviews, tips, and advice from real usersAug 27, 2025Download
ComparisonWindows Server vs Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)Aug 27, 2025Download
ComparisonWindows Server vs Ubuntu LinuxAug 27, 2025Download
ComparisonWindows Server vs Oracle LinuxAug 27, 2025Download
Suggested products
TitleRatingMindshareRecommending
Ubuntu Linux4.312.2%95%150 interviewsAdd to research
Rocky Linux4.115.3%100%7 interviewsAdd to research
 
 
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Review data by company size

By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business64
Midsize Enterprise35
Large Enterprise77
By reviewers
By visitors reading reviews
Company SizeCount
Small Business459
Midsize Enterprise257
Large Enterprise752
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Top industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
13%
Comms Service Provider
9%
Government
8%
University
8%
Financial Services Firm
8%
Manufacturing Company
7%
Educational Organization
6%
Healthcare Company
5%
Retailer
3%
Media Company
3%
Construction Company
3%
Hospitality Company
3%
Performing Arts
3%
Energy/Utilities Company
3%
Non Profit
2%
Real Estate/Law Firm
2%
Outsourcing Company
2%
Insurance Company
2%
Recreational Facilities/Services Company
1%
Transportation Company
1%
Legal Firm
1%
Aerospace/Defense Firm
1%
Pharma/Biotech Company
1%
Wholesaler/Distributor
1%
Consumer Goods Company
1%

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Windows Server Reviews Summary
Author infoRatingReview Summary
Manager, Information & Cloud Systems at a consultancy with 1,001-5,000 employees4.5I manage Windows Server, valuing its reliability and security improvements over the years. It's compatible with various software and platforms, though Azure Entra ID integration needs work. Despite this, the stability and return on investment are excellent.
Vice President, Technology Operations at InfoEdge India Ltd4.0I primarily use Windows Server for Microsoft workloads, including Dynamics and SQL Server. Its valuable features include Active Directory and security services, though it needs better protection against advanced threats. The ROI is strong, saving time and resources, supported by Azure.
Sys admin at a transportation company with 10,001+ employees4.0I use Windows Server primarily for file sharing with effective security permissions via NTFS and AD integration. While I haven't explored containers, Kubernetes, or failover clustering yet, Hyper-V's resource efficiency makes it appealing after moving away from VMware.
Team Manager at Waters Corporation4.5In my organization, based in India, we use Windows Server for our company and customers, valuing its easy network management. While ROI is positive, diagnostic improvements are needed for network issues. We trust Windows Server without considering alternatives, using Microsoft Azure.
Relationship Manager at Cognizant4.5We use Windows Server primarily for connecting client software and managing SQL databases. It effectively supports our daily tasks with its user-friendly interface and cost-saving benefits, though performance occasionally dips due to stability or network issues.
Manager, IT Security at Averis Sdn Bhd3.5I primarily use Windows Server as an Infra Server and Active Directory domain controller. While all features are vital for managing my data center, the high cost and declining support expertise are concerning, with no observed cost-saving benefits.
System Engineer at Alnajat charity4.0I use Windows Server as the primary operating system in our IT department, finding it suitable for our server needs. It's secure with regular updates, but older versions could improve stability and power efficiency for personal use.
Systems technician. IT Office at LNU5.0I run our IT infrastructure on Windows Server, enjoying its user-friendly features, strong security, and excellent support. Despite being slightly expensive, it integrates well with Microsoft 365 and Azure. I also use Red Hat Linux alongside it.