Microsoft is retiring the standalone "Windows 10 S" SKU and folding its restrictive, store‑only model into a configurable S Mode that can be enabled on Windows 10 Home, Pro, Enterprise and Education — a shift that simplifies Microsoft's SKU strategy but also raises questions about upgrades...
Microsoft’s announcement at Ignite that an enterprise-oriented variant of Windows 10 S will be used as a lower‑cost, locked‑down deployment option for large organizations marks a pragmatic pivot in how the company is packaging security, management and price for frontline and lightweight worker...
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Whether you’re buying a new PC, upgrading an old one, or trying to avoid paying twice for an OS you don’t need, the practical difference between Windows 11 Home and Windows 11 Pro comes down to three real-world questions: what hardware will you run, how much remote and virtualization control do...
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Microsoft’s Windows 10 S and the accompanying Surface Laptop were less a surprise and more a strategic recalibration: a deliberately simplified, cloud-first Windows SKU paired with a premium clamshell that wore Microsoft’s design language like a banner. Announced as a classroom-friendly...
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Microsoft's ongoing struggle to deliver a streamlined, "thin" version of Windows has been a topic of discussion among tech enthusiasts and industry experts. Despite multiple attempts, including Windows RT and Windows 10 S, the company has faced challenges in creating a lightweight operating...
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So, you unwrapped a shiny new laptop this holiday season, complete with Windows 11 in "S Mode," and you're left wondering if you just got a stealthier, secret agent version of Windows or a holiday deal with hidden limitations. Don’t worry; we’re here to unpack exactly what Windows 11 in S Mode...
If you've recently acquired a Windows 10 or Windows 11 device and found yourself locked in the echo chamber that is S Mode, you might be wondering how to break free and expand your app horizons. S Mode is like having a really strict but well-meaning librarian guarding your device, only allowing...
As the digital landscape continues to evolve, Windows 10 and Windows 11 present users with various functionalities designed to enhance security and performance. A particularly intriguing feature is S Mode, a streamlined operating system experience that imposes certain restrictions for the sake...
I just installed windows on my Computer, but i can't switch off the s mode in the settings, when i go on the Microsoft Store i see the following error message:
(in english it means "It is impossible to load the page, try again later"), can i do anything to solve?
Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing 21H1 Build 19043.962 (KB5001391) to the Beta Channel for those Insiders who are on 21H1 (Click here for the 21H1 announcement). This update is also available for commercial devices in the Release Preview Channel on 21H1 as mentioned here in this blog...