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Windows 11 in S mode is only available in the Windows 11 Home edition. If you have the Pro, Enterprise, or Education editions of Windows 10 in S mode. Provides guidance on downloading and testing Windows 10 in S mode for existing Windows 10 education devices.
 
 

Windows 10 and Windows 11 in S mode FAQ

 
Windows 10 or Windows 11 in S Mode is a more limited, locked-down Windows operating system. On Windows 10 in S Mode, you can only install. Running Windows 10 in S mode is more secure for several reasons. It does not allow unverified applications to be downloaded or used. Windows 10 or Windows 11 in S Mode is a more limited, locked-down Windows operating system. On Windows 10 in S Mode, you can only install.

How to switch out of Windows 11 S Mode | PCWorld

Windows 10 in S mode is designed for security and performance, exclusively running apps from the Microsoft Store. If you want to install an app that isn’t available in the Microsoft Store, you’ll need to switch out of S mode. Switching out of S mode is one-way. If you make the switch, you won’t be able to go back to Windows 10 in S mode.

There’s no charge to switch out of S mode. If you also see an “Upgrade your edition of Windows” section, be careful not to click the “Go to the Store” link that appears there. On the Switch out of S mode or similar page that appears in the Microsoft Store, select the Get button. After you see a confirmation message on the page, you’ll be able to install apps from outside of the Microsoft Store.

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