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User-friendly and more stable than its previous versions
Pros and Cons
  • "Windows 11 is now more stable and doesn't crash like its earlier versions."
  • "Windows 11 is quite expensive compared to other products."

What is our primary use case?

I use Windows 11 on my laptop to use Outlook or Microsoft applications.

What is most valuable?

Windows 11 is now more stable and doesn't crash like its earlier versions.

What needs improvement?

Windows 11 is quite expensive compared to other products. Microsoft Windows 11 has to improve compared to Mac OS, which is very stable and GUI-based.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been using Windows 11 for more than four years.

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What do I think about the stability of the solution?

I rate the solution an eight out of ten for stability.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

Windows 11 is a scalable solution.

How are customer service and support?

Microsoft's technical support team has responded quickly and resolved our issues.

How was the initial setup?

The initial setup of the solution is very easy, and anybody can do it.

What about the implementation team?

Setting up the product is very easy. You need to have the OS image or CD. I believe most laptops have Windows preloaded on them. You have to start with that image, and then it'll ask for basic information, such as language, storage information, and other preferences.

What was our ROI?

Windows 11 is a very user-friendly solution. Anyone can get used to the tool and easily install any application. Microsoft support is really good. Windows 11 is more stable compared to its earlier versions.

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

We need to make a one-time payment for Windows 11.

On a scale from one to ten, where one is cheap and ten is expensive, I rate the solution's pricing a nine out of ten.

What other advice do I have?

Since Windows 11 is the latest version, you get support from vendors and regular OS updates. I would recommend the solution to other users because it is a good solution for people looking to use it for personal use.

Overall, I rate the solution an eight to nine out of ten.

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Innovation and efficiency with numerous features to improve multitasking
Pros and Cons
  • "The ability to divide the screen into two or three sections is useful."
  • "The integration between Windows and cloud applications could be improved to create a seamless experience."

What is our primary use case?

I use Windows 11 for my work tasks, such as logging into systems and working with applications like spreadsheets and Word documents.

What is most valuable?

The ability to divide the screen into two or three sections is useful. It helps with screen organization and integration with various applications and products.

What needs improvement?

The integration between Windows and cloud applications could be improved to create a seamless experience.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been working with it for three years.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

It provides good stability capabilities. I would rate it eight out of ten.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

When it comes to scalability, there are different aspects to consider. From an end-user perspective, I am able to easily install and migrate my data onto a new PC. However, scalability takes on a different meaning in an enterprise context. For instance, if I want to upgrade a large number of users from Windows 10 to Windows 11, it can be a challenging task to manually update each desktop. With various products available, such as those integrated with Active Directory, you can streamline and automate the process for a thousand users or more. I would rate it eight out of ten.

Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?

I used Windows 10 previously, but my new laptop came with Windows 11, so I switched to it. One of the reasons for this switch was the need for a more secure environment. I found that the combination of the new operating system and hardware offers enhanced security and easier maintenance. These improvements contribute to a longer life expectancy for the system, which is another motivating factor.

How was the initial setup?

The initial setup was quite straightforward. I would rate it nine out of ten.

What about the implementation team?

The deployment process is extremely fast and straightforward. Essentially, you just need to power on the computer, respond to a few questions, and it's ready to use.

What other advice do I have?

It's an incredibly versatile solution. I would rate it eight out of ten.

Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

On-premises
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Workfront Consultant at a computer software company with 10,001+ employees
Real User
Top 20
A user-friendly solution with awesome graphics and fewer security threats
Pros and Cons
  • "The graphics of Windows 11 are awesome."
  • "Sometimes, I experience slowness in Windows 11, and its speed could be improved."

What is most valuable?

The graphics of Windows 11 are awesome.

Sometimes, I use Linux, and sometimes Windows 11. I feel better using Windows 11 because it's more user-friendly than Linux.

What needs improvement?

Sometimes, I experience slowness in Windows 11, and its speed could be improved.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been using Windows 11 for one and a half years.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

I rate Windows 11 a nine out of ten for stability.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

I rate Windows 11 a nine out of ten for scalability.

How was the initial setup?

It was easier for me to set up Windows 11.

What was our ROI?

I have seen a return on investment with Windows 11.

What other advice do I have?

I have Windows 11 deployed on my local machine.

I recommend users use Windows 11 since they will face fewer security threats because it's an updated version.

Overall, I rate Windows 11 a nine out of ten.

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Teaching Assistant at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia
Real User
Top 10
Has an extensive software library, but the UI/UX features need improvement
Pros and Cons
  • "We plan to increase the usage as it is easy to deploy, and most users are familiar with Windows."
  • "The product’s performance needs improvement."

What is our primary use case?

We use Windows 11 to run a lot of software and applications efficiently.

How has it helped my organization?

Compared to macOS, the product has an extensive software library and is compatible with multiple products.

What needs improvement?

The product’s performance needs improvement.

For how long have I used the solution?

We have been using Windows 11 for 15 years.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

I rate the product’s stability an eight out of ten.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

We have 200 Windows 11 users in our organization. We plan to increase the usage as it is easy to deploy, and most users are familiar with Windows.

Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?

We use Linux and Ubuntu as well.

How was the initial setup?

The initial setup process is a ten out of ten. It takes less than an hour as we already have images on site. It is easy to install compared to Linux.

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

I rate Windows 11’s pricing a six or seven out of ten.

What other advice do I have?

I rate Windows 11 a seven out of ten. Its UI/UX features still need to be fully integrated. I recommend it for users who have use cases for spreadsheets, documents, etc.

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Useful in a home office setup but snipping tool is terrible
Pros and Cons
  • "I use the solution for a normal home office."
  • "Windows 11 has a terrible snipping tool. It seems to be quite buggy. The previous version that came with Windows 10 is better."

What is our primary use case?

I use the solution for a normal home office. 

What needs improvement?

Windows 11 has a terrible snipping tool. It seems to be quite buggy. The previous version that came with Windows 10 is better. 

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been using the solution for six weeks. 

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

The solution is not as stable as Windows 10. 

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

I rate the tool's scalability an eight out of ten. 

How are customer service and support?

I haven't used technical support. 

How was the initial setup?

Windows 11 was pre-installed on the computer that I bought. 

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

I haven't paid for the solution since it came with the computer. 

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Group IT Head at Ashapura Minechem Ltd
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The solution has a straightforward initial setup, but its stability could be improved
Pros and Cons
  • "Windows 11 has a very straightforward initial setup."
  • "Windows 11 is not very stable, and its stability could be improved."

What is our primary use case?

We use Windows 11 in our production and mining business.

What is most valuable?

Windows 11 has a very straightforward initial setup.

What needs improvement?

Windows 11 is not very stable, and its stability could be improved.

For how long have I used the solution?

We upgraded our operating system to Windows 11 when it was introduced in the market.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

More than five thousand people are using the solution in our company. We have plans to increase the usage of Windows 11.

What other advice do I have?

Windows 11 is a cloud-based solution. I would recommend Windows 11 to other users because it's a new-generation operating system introduced by Microsoft.

It's a package deal. We get the Windows 11 operating system along with the hardware we procure.

Overall, I rate Windows 11 a seven out of ten.

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Real User
Top 20
A stable solution that needs to include AI integration
Pros and Cons
  • "I like the tool's Office software."
  • "I would like the solution to include AI integration. It also needs to have better support."

What is our primary use case?

I use the product for work. 

What is most valuable?

I like the tool's Office software. 

What needs improvement?

I would like the solution to include AI integration. It also needs to have better support. 

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been working with the product since last year.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

I would rate the product's stability a seven out of ten. 

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

I would rate the solution's scalability somewhere in the middle. 

Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?

I used Windows 10 before and I decided to switch to Windows 11 because of the memory quality. 

How was the initial setup?

The product's setup is easy and I would rate it a ten out of ten. The tool's deployment took around one year to complete. You need to just follow the wizard and reboot to complete the setup process. 

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

I would rate the solution's pricing an eight out of ten. 

What other advice do I have?

I would rate the product an eight out of ten. 

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Deputy General Manager Delivery at a tech services company with 10,001+ employees
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Top 5
Has better performance and is touch-friendly
Pros and Cons
  • "I like the product's taskbar and icon grouping. You can also get a Windows subscription for Android. The solution's performance is also better compared to the previous versions."
  • "The Android subscription does not support all devices. It should be extended to all devices."

What is our primary use case?

We use Windows 11 for general use cases like Office applications that include, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word and for Zoom meetings. 

What is most valuable?

I like the product's taskbar and icon grouping. You can also get a Windows subscription for Android. The solution's performance is also better compared to the previous versions. 

What needs improvement?

The Android subscription does not support all devices. It should be extended to all devices. 

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

The solution is stable and I would rate it an eight 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. 

How are customer service and support?

We have an enterprise license and get good support from Microsoft. 

How would you rate customer service and support?

Positive

Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?

Windows 11 is better than Windows 10 since it is touch-friendly. 

How was the initial setup?

Windows 11 setup is easy. 

What other advice do I have?

I would rate the product a nine out of ten. 

Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

On-premises
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