I frequently use extensive virtualization, managing multiple virtual machines for various tasks. Security is a top priority for me, and it hinges on two critical factors. Firstly, security software's effectiveness in detecting and responding to potential threats. Secondly, the underlying Windows system's reliability relies on regular updates from Microsoft. These updates, often in the form of security patches, play a crucial role in addressing vulnerabilities and ensuring the overall security of the Windows environment.
System and Network Administrator at El Sadat City Language School
Enhanced security with user-friendly interface and excellent technical support
Pros and Cons
- "The most valuable aspect is the seamless integration and robust compatibility of other tools."
- "A significant drawback is its cost for the hardware requirements that is important for optimal performance which makes it less accessible and potentially impractical for many users globally."
What is our primary use case?
How has it helped my organization?
The use of TPM 2.0 is appreciated for its role in encrypting communication between the processor and RAM. Despite not being a prominent feature, this encryption is crucial for preventing potential attacks from penetration testers and hackers. By securing this connection, it significantly reduces the risk of a fundamental system breach. Even if a new operating system is installed, the underlying security remains intact, highlighting TPM as an essential security measure.
What is most valuable?
The most valuable aspect is the seamless integration and robust compatibility of other tools. The standout feature, known as the Linux App System Forwarded, enables the use of Linux commands within the Windows environment. Previously, I had to install specific Linux distributions to achieve similar functionality. Now, I can effortlessly enjoy both Windows and Linux simultaneously, making it a highly beneficial feature.
What needs improvement?
A significant drawback is its cost for the hardware requirements that is important for optimal performance which makes it less accessible and potentially impractical for many users globally. One notable additional feature is Windows Defender, an antivirus software by Microsoft. While it may not compete with other antivirus programs in terms of recognition, it serves its purpose effectively for many users. There's room for improvement, especially in the firewall aspect. Enhancements in the firewall's capabilities would elevate the overall security of the system.
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For how long have I used the solution?
I have been working with it for a year now.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
It provides excellent stability capabilities. I would rate it nine out of ten.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
It doesn't follow a scalable model; instead, it leans more towards specific hardware requirements. Currently, acquiring new hardware can be quite costly. At the moment, we have a total of forty PCs.
How are customer service and support?
I recall having a few instances where I needed technical support, and I must say, the assistance provided was truly impressive.
How would you rate customer service and support?
Positive
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
I used a different solution, but I switched to Windows 11 because security holds paramount importance for me, and any new acquisition in this regard always receives significant attention. The focus is primarily on refining and resolving issues to ensure effective protection services.
How was the initial setup?
The initial setup was quite easy. I would rate it eight out of ten.
What about the implementation team?
The deployment on hardware typically takes a total of twenty to thirty minutes. Typically, I navigate to Google and use the Media Creation Tool for Windows 11, enabling me to download the trial version. Subsequently, I installed it on a USB drive and connected it to the PC. Booting from the USB drive makes the process straightforward - I select the destination and network EFI system, then follow the steps. It requires no maintenance.
What was our ROI?
We accomplished a ninety percent of ROI.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
The pricing is affordable. There are no additional add-ons or extra payments – just one initial price, providing everything needed.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
I evaluated FEMCO, however, despite its user-friendly interface, not everyone is acquainted with the vendor. Windows, being the most popular choice, aligns well with my preferences.
What other advice do I have?
I would recommend ensuring the acquisition of proper hardware. Some unofficial sources or tweaks may claim compatibility, but it's crucial to rely on reputable ones for optimal performance on a PC and to fully leverage its capabilities. Understanding the cost and having a well-thought-out migration plan is also vital when contemplating a new operating system. Overall, I would rate it eight out of ten.
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.

Associate Professor at a educational organization with 501-1,000 employees
Migration boosts performance while driver issues remain challenging
Pros and Cons
- "Having Windows 11 on both my personal and company laptops made it easier for me to use."
- "Windows 11 is mainly used for support and provides improved performance compared to Windows 10."
- "Drives are a significant issue, and finding the correct drives for everything to function properly is challenging."
- "Drives are a significant issue, and finding the correct drives for everything to function properly is challenging."
What is our primary use case?
The organization uses document management systems and enterprise tools such as M-Files and SharePoint. I have worked with Windows 11, both personally and in a business context.
What is most valuable?
Windows 11 is mainly used for support and provides improved performance compared to Windows 10. It is faster, and the device is optimized for Windows 11. Having Windows 11 on both my personal and company laptops made it easier for me to use.
What needs improvement?
Drives are a significant issue, and finding the correct drives for everything to function properly is challenging. I also faced issues with Teams, although it's unclear whether this is related to Windows 11 or Teams itself.
For how long have I used the solution?
I migrated to Windows 11 yesterday.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
I previously used Windows 10 before upgrading to Windows 11.
How was the initial setup?
The setup was relatively quick, taking about two hours, including handling driver-related tasks.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
I have a university license, so I do not pay anything for Windows 11.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
I mentioned disliking Apple devices.
What other advice do I have?
I rate Windows 11 eight out of ten. It is important to recognize available space for improvement.
Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
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Associate Vice President at Rishabh Software
A user-friendly solution for development environments
Pros and Cons
- "I use Windows 11 for development environments and find it user-friendly."
- "The tool's pricing is expensive."
What is our primary use case?
I use Windows 11 for development environments and find it user-friendly.
What needs improvement?
The tool's pricing is expensive.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been working with the product for five years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
I rate the tool's stability a nine out of ten.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
Windows 11 is scalable. We faced challenges integrating it in multi-app environments, requiring complex API setups. Our organization has about 600+ users who use it regularly.
How are customer service and support?
The tool's support is good.
How was the initial setup?
The setup is complex and not straightforward. Deployment takes about three to four hours at the production level. We need a team of about 30 people for deployment and maintenance, including senior staff, mid-level, and SREs.
What about the implementation team?
We have in-house tech expertise to handle deployment.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
The licensing is expensive, but it's value for money. Many people need it for deployment in Windows environments. It's very much required at this time.
What other advice do I have?
I rate the overall solution an eight out of ten. I'd recommend it as a good, user-friendly product with good tech support that can enhance productivity.
Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
Cyber security manager at Apparel
Easy to use, and the performance is better than the previous versions, but it does not provide any AI capabilities
Pros and Cons
- "The new search bar is a valuable feature."
- "The vendor must focus on building more reliable hardware."
What is our primary use case?
We use the solution for multiple use cases in our organization.
What is most valuable?
The new search bar is a valuable feature. The performance is better than the previous version. Windows is one of the best operating systems an enterprise or user can use. It is better than other available operating systems in the market. The tool is easy to use.
What needs improvement?
The solution must improve its compatibility with other software like .NET or Java. Timely patches and updates from Windows will be more helpful in making it more effective and secure promptly. Generally, macOS is better at providing patches. It has fewer vulnerabilities. Windows must develop better code that can help minimize vulnerabilities.
Many tools are coming up with AI capabilities. Windows must also consider introducing AI capabilities. It will become easier to use. The tool’s performance must be improved a little bit. The vendor must focus on building more reliable hardware. The Apple hardware is designed specially. Apple devices' life span is much longer than that of any Windows device.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using the solution for two years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
I rate the tool’s stability an eight out of ten. There is room for improvement.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
Since installation takes less time, we can easily scale the product. It's not a challenge.
How was the initial setup?
The setup is straightforward compared to the previous version. The deployment takes five to ten minutes. The number of people needed for deployment depends on the number of systems in which we want to install the solution.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
We need to pay for the license. I rate the pricing a five or six out of ten. The tool is expensive.
What other advice do I have?
We use third-party solutions for security. I faced no challenges while integrating the solution with our IT infrastructure. There were a couple of dependencies, but it is normal when introducing a new operating system. There will be some dependency issues. By using Windows, we can easily focus on the other things rather than focusing on the system. The utility can be leveraged to deliver more value and focus on more important tasks. Other tools are ending support. I’m generally an early adapter of technology. I’m more curious about the new features and functionalities available in the operating systems.
Overall, I rate the product a seven to eight out of ten.
Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
CEO & Founder at Genesys Infosec LLC
An easy, intuitive and fast solution that boosts productivity
Pros and Cons
- "The tool is very stable and I don't recall a time the screen went blue which was common for Windows 7. The product's installation is fast. If I have any issue that prevents me from booting Windows 11, it will automatically run into auto-repair mode and fix those issues. Windows 10 had this functionality but it wasn't good."
- "I would like to add a frontend to manage the virtual machines that are installed in Windows 11. It should also improve security which includes patching the vulnerabilities."
What is our primary use case?
I use the solution for my everyday tasks. I use it to run my Office suite.
What is most valuable?
The tool is very stable and I don't recall a time the screen went blue which was common for Windows 7. The product's installation is fast. If I have any issue that prevents me from booting Windows 11, it will automatically run into auto-repair mode and fix those issues. Windows 10 had this functionality but it wasn't good.
What needs improvement?
I would like to add a frontend to manage the virtual machines that are installed in Windows 11. It should also improve security which includes patching the vulnerabilities.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using the product for two years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
The solution runs perfectly and there are no stability issues.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
Windows 11 is a very scalable product. In the past, we had to reinstall the OS. However, with Windows 11, all you have to do is type in the new key. My company has ten percent of users for the product. Most of the machines are still using Windows 10.
How are customer service and support?
I do my own technical support and I haven't faced any issues that would require assistance from Microsoft engineers.
How was the initial setup?
The product's setup was easy and straightforward. It automatically rebooted and I didn't have to do anything.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
My machine came with a Windows 10 license and I upgraded to Windows 11 without paying anything. If you buy a new computer, Windows 11 is included with it.
What other advice do I have?
The tool's updates are easier to apply. I would rate Windows 11 a ten out of ten. It's easy, fast, and intuitive. The solution keeps me connected to the internet and boosts my productivity. It also doesn't hang which is critical for anyone using the system.
Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
IT Manager at iLenSys Technologies Pvt Ltd
Highly scalable and has a good GUI
Pros and Cons
- "The search bar and graphic user interface (GUI) are my most valuable features."
- "There is room for improvement in terms of security."
How has it helped my organization?
It has been very good, better than Windows 10. The graphics have improved, and there have been many changes.
So, overall, the latest version is very good, especially in terms of operation.
What is most valuable?
The search bar and Graphic User Interface (GUI) are the most important features for me.
What needs improvement?
There is room for improvement in terms of security.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have worked with Windows 11 since the beginning. We have been using Windows 11 since the day of its release. So, we used it for two years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
I would rate the stability of Windows 11 an eight out of ten.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
I would rate the scalability of Windows 11 a ten out of ten.
Currently, there are over a hundred users using Windows 11. We plan to increase the usage.
How was the initial setup?
The initial setup is very easy. I would rate my experience with the initial setup a ten out of ten, with one being very easy and ten being very difficult.
The deployment takes 30 to 40 minutes.
What about the implementation team?
I deployed it myself.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
It is expensive. The license is not priced per month or per year. It's a proprietary license that costs high.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
I previously used Windows 10.
What other advice do I have?
I would definitely recommend using Windows 11 because it is easy to use, and more options are available.
Overall, I would rate Windows 11 a ten out of ten.
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.
Software architect at Matrix Business IT Ltd
An easy-to-use solution that can be used for desktop computing
Pros and Cons
- "Windows 11 is an easy-to-use solution."
- "The solution’s pricing could be improved."
What is our primary use case?
We use Windows 11 for desktop computing.
What is most valuable?
Windows 11 is an easy-to-use solution.
What needs improvement?
The solution’s pricing could be improved.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Windows 11 for a couple of months.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
I rate Windows 11 ten out of ten for stability.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
Windows 11 is not so scalable.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
I previously used Windows 10.
How was the initial setup?
The solution’s initial setup is straightforward.
What about the implementation team?
It was pretty fast to upgrade to Windows 11. The solution's deployment can be done in-house within a couple of hours.
What was our ROI?
We have seen a return on investment with Windows 11.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
We pay for a yearly license for Windows 11. I rate Windows 11 eight out of ten for pricing.
What other advice do I have?
I would recommend Windows 11 to other users.
Overall, I rate Windows 11 a nine out of ten.
Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
Cyber Security Specialist at lums
A stable and scalable solution with good technical support
Pros and Cons
- "We are migrating from Windows 10 to Windows 11 due to end-of-life, security concerns, and end-of-support. The tool's configuration is good and we are satisfied with it since it's a Microsoft product. We didn't face any hurdles in using the tool. We didn't feel much difference with both Windows products. The solution is good because in IT we want to secure our data. Nowadays, data is the most valuable thing. If your data is secured, then you are secured. I think that everyone has to move to Windows 11 since Windows 10 is facing end-of-life and end-of-sales, probably by 2024."
- "Whenever there is an update, a black screen appears which is due to patches being installed in the background."
What needs improvement?
Whenever there is an update, a black screen appears which is due to patches being installed in the background.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been working with the product for more than an year.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
I would rate the tool's stability a nine out of ten.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
I would rate the product's scalability a nine out of ten and my company has about 2000 users for Windows 9 and Windows 10. We will shift to Windows 11 soon by next year.
How are customer service and support?
Technical support is good. However, we do not need technical support because we can Google and find support.
How was the initial setup?
I would rate the product's setup a nine out of ten since it's easy. The tool's deployment takes around 20-25 minutes to complete.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
My company purchases licenses in bulk for 2000 users.
What other advice do I have?
I would rate the solution a nine out of ten.
We are migrating from Windows 10 to Windows 11 due to end-of-life, security concerns, and end-of-support. The tool's configuration is good and we are satisfied with it since it's a Microsoft product. We didn't face any hurdles in using the tool. We didn't feel much difference with both Windows products.
The solution is good because in IT we want to secure our data. Nowadays, data is the most valuable thing. If your data is secured, then you are secured. I think that everyone has to move to Windows 11 since Windows 10 is facing end-of-life and end-of-sales, probably by 2024.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
Private Cloud
Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.

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