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Windows Server - The Right Choice
August 23, 2021

Windows Server - The Right Choice

Anonymous | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 9 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User

Overall Satisfaction with Windows Server

Windows Server is being used for many applications across the organization. It is used as the operating system for all virtual machines. As we are using Windows Server for all systems, we also use most of the services that Windows Server offers. Including but not limited to; Active Directory, DHCP, DNS, Print Services, and more.
  • Active Directory is critical
  • Integration with DHCP and DNS
  • Runs basically everything
  • Cost for virtualization is becoming ridiculous
  • Interface updates have reduced functionaility
  • Many functions pushed to powershell only - powershell is an amazing tool but old functions should still be available in GUI
  • Active Directory
  • DHCP
  • DNS
  • Ease of Use
  • Cost is high but necessary
  • Windows is the backbone of our infrastructure - it's critical and effective
  • Licensing is predictable and easy to account for year over year
We've utilized docker and debian for very specific applications and they have been useful - overall Windows Server provides a better package. I would choose VMware ESXi over Windows Server for virtualization as it's far more reliable in our experience. I can't imagine using a different OS for our guest systems than Windows Server.

Do you think Windows Server delivers good value for the price?

Yes

Are you happy with Windows Server's feature set?

Yes

Did Windows Server live up to sales and marketing promises?

Yes

Did implementation of Windows Server go as expected?

Yes

Would you buy Windows Server again?

Yes

You really don't have much of a choice when it comes to enterprise class operating systems, particularly in the public sector. Fortunately, Windows Server gets the job done and it get it done well. Running it as the core of your environment or even for hosting a small application is always feasible, especially if you opt for datacenter licensing.