G2

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Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

3/10/2026

"Improved Security and Modern Admin Tools That Simplify Active Directory Management"

5/5

What do you like best about ActiveDirectory Domain Controller for Windows 2016?

Improved security features – Includes features like Privileged Access Management (PAM), better Kerberos enforcement, and enhanced auditing.

Enhanced administrative tools – Active Directory Administrative Center (ADAC) with a modern interface and PowerShell integration simplifies management.

Group Policy enhancements – Easier to manage policies, including new settings and better filtering.

Performance and scalability – Handles larger directories efficiently and supports modern authentication protocols.

Simplified deployment and management – Active Directory Federation Services (AD FS) and automated promotion make setup smoother. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about ActiveDirectory Domain Controller for Windows 2016?

Legacy dependency issues – Some older applications still rely on outdated protocols like NTLM or LDAP, which can cause security or compatibility concerns.

Troubleshooting can be challenging – Diagnosing replication, DNS, or authentication issues often requires deep PowerShell knowledge. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is ActiveDirectory Domain Controller for Windows 2016 solving and how is that benefiting you?

Centralized identity and access management – Solves the challenge of managing users, groups, and devices across the network. Benefit: Simplifies administration and reduces the risk of inconsistent permissions.

Secure authentication and authorization – Addresses unauthorized access and weak authentication methods. Benefit: Strengthens security through Kerberos, group policies, and modern encryption standards.

Policy enforcement and configuration management – Solves the problem of ensuring consistent settings across all computers. Benefit: Saves time by automating updates, security policies, and software deployment. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.