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Window 10 Pro vs Enterprise

ByJorge Pereira
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One of the most common questions I am asked during Small-Medium Business (SMB) customer calls is why should I move from Windows 10 Pro to Enterprise.

The simple (but not complete) answer is: The primary reason is because of the security features included in Enterprise.

Baseline functionality for both versions include:

  • Cortana
  • Microsoft Edge
  • Windows Defender
  • Windows Firewall
  • TPM support
  • Windows Update feature.
  • Device Encryption if the device hardware supports it.
  • Windows Hello

The key features not included in Windows 10 Pro Edition are:

  • AppLocker
  • BranchCache
  • Credential Guard
  • Device Guard
  • Defender Advanced Thread Protection (ATP)
  • Windows Virtual Desktop Use Rights
  • Microsoft Application Virtualization (App-V)
  • Microsoft User Environment Virtualization (UE-V)
  • Cloud Activations

Some additional features not available, but are not really related to security are:

  • DirectAccess Support
  • Start Screen Control (with GPO)
  • User Experience Control
  • Windows to Go
  • Long Term Servicing Branch (LTSB) version

Microsoft has created a page: Compare Windows 10 editions which gets into the many details associated with the differences. Check it out!

Accomplished Information Technology services professional with over 25 years of experience performing technical pre-sales, solution selling, public speaking / presentations, consulting, project delivery and program management. Over the past few years, Jorge has focused on customers solutions in the areas of: Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, Workforce Transformation, End-User-Computing (EUC) Lifecycle Management, Modern Device Management, and Cybersecurity.
Additionally, Jorge is also an artist known for his whimsical doodle art and captivating fantasy stories. More on his creative side here

Disclaimer:  I work for Dell Technology Services as a Workforce Transformation Solutions Principal.    It is my passion to help guide organizations through the current technology transition specifically as it relates to Workforce Transformation.  Visit Dell Technologies site for more information.  Opinions are my own and not the views of my employer.

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