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Windows Server AppFabric pros and cons

Vendor: Microsoft
4.2 out of 5

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PROS

Windows Server AppFabric offers easy network access for remote work, crucial during the pandemic.
AppFabric's hosting is highly valued for running workflows.
The deployment phase is straightforward and efficient.
It allows seamless deployment, imaging, and patching without downtime.
Users appreciate the speed after implementing Windows Server AppFabric.

CONS

Price and licensing policy need improvement and could be cheaper.
Licensing options are confusing with too many choices.
Microsoft will discontinue support next year, making it unsuitable for systems that can't run unsupported programs.
Inability to connect with different cloud services.
Blue screen errors occur, especially with external displays using a P-type cable.
 

Windows Server AppFabric Pros review quotes

owner118824 - PeerSpot reviewer
Consultant at a tech services company with 11-50 employees
Nov 10, 2020
It is very usable and easy to understand. Antivirus and VPN are the main features being used now. It allows my clients to access the network from home, which was very crucial because of the pandemic.
reviewer1490670 - PeerSpot reviewer
Software Development Manager at a tech services company with 5,001-10,000 employees
Feb 11, 2021
The most valuable feature is AppFabric's hosting solution, which is what we need for running workflows.
ArturOrdyan - PeerSpot reviewer
IT Infrastructure Delivery Manager at HSBC
Mar 19, 2024
The product's deployment phase was very easy.
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VIJAY RAGAVAN - PeerSpot reviewer
Team Manager at Waters Corporation
Nov 28, 2024
The ability to seamlessly deploy, image, and patch without causing downtime is extremely helpful and user-friendly.
 

Windows Server AppFabric Cons review quotes

owner118824 - PeerSpot reviewer
Consultant at a tech services company with 11-50 employees
Nov 10, 2020
Its price and licensing policy can be improved. It could be a little cheaper. Licensing is sometimes confusing. There are so many different options. It is difficult to find out what to buy or what to choose for my necessity.
reviewer1490670 - PeerSpot reviewer
Software Development Manager at a tech services company with 5,001-10,000 employees
Feb 11, 2021
Microsoft will stop supporting the product next year, and we can't run unsupported programs in our systems.
ArturOrdyan - PeerSpot reviewer
IT Infrastructure Delivery Manager at HSBC
Mar 19, 2024
The product is unable to connect with different cloud services.
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VIJAY RAGAVAN - PeerSpot reviewer
Team Manager at Waters Corporation
Nov 28, 2024
The most important issue I've found is the blue screen errors, particularly when customers use external displays with a P-type cable.