Turning off S mode doesn’t have a downside if you need to use that software. Apps like Defender will continue to run just fine. So will any program you was installed from the Microsoft store while in S mode.
Is there a downside to switching out of S mode?
Once you turn S mode off, you can’t go back, which could be bad news for someone with a low-end PC that doesn’t run a full version of Windows 10 very well.
What happens if I switch my computer out of S mode?
To increase security and performance, Windows 10 in S mode runs only apps from the Microsoft Store. If you want to install an app that isn’t available in the Microsoft Store, you’ll need to permanently switch out of S mode. There’s no charge to switch out of S mode, but you won’t be able to turn it back on.
Does switching out of S mode affect performance?
It should not. The ‘S’ in S mode means security where you can only download apps from the Microsoft Store, and use Microsoft Edge for safe browsing. The slow performance mainly due to the low specs of the computer or applications installed and running in the background.
Should I keep my computer in S mode?
If you only need a basic Microsoft Edge web browser, Microsoft Office applications like Word, and anything else that’s available in the Microsoft Store, you should try using the PC in S Mode. The S Mode restrictions provide additional protection against malware.
