
Large-scale enterprise and education deployments have one thing in common: They have a lot of computer users, and they need a way to manage them. Pro: Ideal for large-scale enterprise and education deployments Microsoft Defender comes pre-installed with Windows 10.

In addition, users are restricted to using Microsoft Defender, a complete antivirus program to detect and remove spyware, malware and viruses. SEE: Microsoft Defender vs Carbon Black: EDR software comparison (TechRepublic) And, for another measure of security, users don’t have access to use command-line shells such as command prompt. This also helps reduce the memory usage of the computer. It does not allow unverified applications to be downloaded or used, which minimizes any risk of malware or virus that comes with unverified applications. Running Windows 10 in S mode is more secure for several reasons. SEE: Windows 10 in S mode: pros, cons, tips and alternatives (free PDF) (TechRepublic) Pro: Windows 10 in S mode is more secure Limited operating system personalization and configuration Lack of compatibility with non-Windows apps and browsers Simple process to switch back to Windows 10 full version Easier management of widespread enterprise devices and virus/malware threats Pros and cons of Windows 10 in S mode Pros of Windows 10 in S mode

If that sounds like another OS you’re familiar with, you’re not wrong it’s a lot like Google’s ChromeOS for its Chromebooks.

There are a lot of good reasons to put a Windows 10 PC in S mode, including: In 2017, Microsoft added a new feature to its Windows 10 operating system: S mode, a stripped-down, tightly-locked and low-end way to run Windows 10 that is PC friendly.
