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Windows 10 S Mode – Turn Off

What Is Windows 10 S Mode And How Do You Turn It Off

Microsoft introduced the S mode with the Windows 10 operating system in 2017. Windows 10 S mode is an operating system that is developed for better security and high performance.

It has many advantages which are:

It provides predictable security to the computer by allowing you to install applications only from the Microsoft Store.

Also, you can download the apps or software from the web only through the Microsoft Edge browser.

This way, you can know which apps and software are secure.

The Windows 10 computer in S mode boots faster than the standard Windows 10 operating system.

A single battery charge lasts longer up to 14.5 hours compared to the standard Windows 10 computer.

The system performance of Windows 10 S mode computer remains fine for a long time.

It protects your computer from bugs, malware, viruses, and other online threats.

The S mode also comes with a few drawbacks.

It does not let you download your favorite third-party apps or programs from any other online platform.
The Microsoft Edge browser uses Bing as the default search engine, which you can never change.
Some devices or peripherals are not supported by the Windows 10 S mode computer.
You cannot turn on the S mode on the Windows 10 computer once you switch out of it.

The following steps will help you to turn off the Windows 10 S Mode.

Open the Settings window on your computer, select Update & Security > Activation.
Click Go to the Store on the right panel.
Select the Get button under Switch out of S Mode.