Windows Server offers valuable features like Work Folder Synchronization for file access, user-friendly interfaces, stability, scalability, and security improvements. Key aspects include Active Directory for identity management, Hyper-V virtualization, integration capabilities with Microsoft platforms, and PowerShell enhancements. Users appreciate ease of use, performance, extensive support, backward compatibility, and robust application hosting. They also value storage management, seamless Azure integration, and cost-effective deployment, making it ideal for diverse enterprise applications and resource management.
- "The Active Directory integration helps my organization manage permissions and maintain security policies effectively."
- "Overall, I am quite happy with my experience using Windows Server."
- "Several years of improvements have been made to the software itself."
Windows Server needs improvement in performance, security, and integration with other platforms. Users find the user interface complex and the setup process cumbersome. Pricing is a concern for many. Stability and patch management are also areas that require enhancement. Customers desire better management features, more modularity, and a lighter footprint. Technical support and documentation need to be more effective. Frequent updates and compatibility with diverse operating systems are also pressing issues.
- "I think the pricing is expensive because if you know how to administer or manage Linux, a file server is cheaper to use."
- "I cannot tell if the security enhancements such as Windows Defender Advanced Threat Protection have contributed to protecting sensitive data."
- "Regarding drawbacks of Windows Server, the solution can definitely be improved, as it is quite vulnerable since Windows is widely adopted in the industry, making it an easier target."
