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Compare Oracle Solaris and Windows 7 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Enterprise (47.0% of reviews)
Small-Business (34.1% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
No pricing available
Oracle Solaris
Star Rating
(88)4.2 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (47.0% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Oracle SolarisWindows 7
Star Rating
(869)4.2 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (34.1% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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AI Generated Summary
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- Users report that Windows 7 excels in ease of use, with a score of 9.1, making it a favorite among small businesses. In contrast, Oracle Solaris has a lower ease of use rating of 7.9, which some users find challenging, especially for those less familiar with enterprise-level systems.
- Reviewers mention that Windows 7 offers superior ease of setup, also scoring 9.1, which is particularly beneficial for small businesses looking for quick deployment. Oracle Solaris, with a score of 7.9, is noted for its complexity during initial setup, which can be a hurdle for new users.
- G2 users highlight that Windows 7 has a better overall quality of support, rated at 7.9, compared to Oracle Solaris's 8.0. However, users on G2 appreciate Solaris's support for enterprise-level issues, indicating that while it may not be as user-friendly, it provides robust assistance for complex environments.
- Reviewers say that Windows 7 shines in RAM management, which is crucial for everyday users running multiple applications. In contrast, Oracle Solaris is recognized for its advanced I/O management capabilities, making it a strong choice for enterprises that require high-performance data processing.
- Users report that Windows 7's backup and recovery features are straightforward and effective, which is essential for small businesses. Oracle Solaris, while offering powerful backup solutions, is often seen as more suited for larger organizations with specific data recovery needs.
- Users on G2 mention that Windows 7 has a more favorable product direction rating of 7.0, indicating a positive outlook for future updates and features. Oracle Solaris, with a rating of 7.7, is appreciated for its ongoing enhancements, particularly in enterprise functionalities, but some users feel it may not cater to the evolving needs of smaller businesses.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Oracle Solaris
No pricing availableWindows 7
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Oracle Solaris
No trial information availableWindows 7
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
8.4
63
8.9
689
Ease of Use
8.0
64
9.1
701
Ease of Setup
8.1
39
9.1
245
Ease of Admin
8.2
32
8.9
210
Quality of Support
8.1
62
7.9
626
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
7.8
32
8.7
193
Product Direction (% positive)
8.0
59
7.0
656
Features by Category
Memory Management - Operating System
8.9
9
8.2
27
Device Management - Operating System
9.1
9
8.5
27
Backup and Recovery - Operating System
8.9
9
8.5
27
Error Detection - Operating System
8.7
9
7.8
27
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Oracle Solaris and Windows 7 are categorized as Operating System
Unique Categories
Oracle Solaris has no unique categories
Windows 7 has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Oracle Solaris
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Windows 7
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Information Technology and Services
21.7%
Computer Software
16.9%
Telecommunications
9.6%
Computer & Network Security
8.4%
Financial Services
6.0%
Other
37.3%
Information Technology and Services
16.9%
Computer Software
10.4%
Higher Education
5.1%
Education Management
4.3%
Hospital & Health Care
2.8%
Other
60.6%
Alternatives
Discussions
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2 Comments
TK
That is the million dollar question, we just don't know what Oracle's future plans for Solaris X86 might be or whether it has been laid to rest permanently...Read more
What kind of software is Solaris?
1 Comment
MP
Solaris is a unix distribution system operationsRead more
Support for Windows 7
3 Comments
BA
In my opinion, I believe it will not affect the market even though many users use this operating system. The current technical support is quite...Read more
how to find computer specs windows 7
3 Comments
ZB
Hey Clara, there's a few ways you can do this on Windows 7! The fastest way you can find your computer specs is by pressing Windows+R (the "run" command),...Read more
Do you think Microsoft will extend support for Windows 7 after January 14, 2020?
3 Comments
ZB
Hey, good question! It's difficult to say where Microsoft will draw a hard line on when they stop supporting Windows 7. Per their product lifecycle page...Read more
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