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While news outlets reported on these changes since last month, Microsoft continues to maintain its plan to use Windows 10 S as an operating system for education to compete with Chromebooks and Apple devices.
Microsoft confirms Windows 10 S will be integrated into S Mode on Windows 10
Recently, Joe Belfiore, a significant contributor to Windows Phone development and now a member of Microsoft's Operating System Group research team, confirmed that Windows 10 S will be integrated into S Mode on Windows 10 via a tweet on Twitter
'We're developing Win10S as an option for schools or businesses wanting a secure version with optimal performance. In the next year, Win10S will be integrated into S Mode on the current version rather than being a standalone version,' explained Joe Belfiore in a Tweet.
Windows 10 S Mode
Windows 10 S is currently installed on Microsoft's Surface laptops, although users are provided with options to upgrade to Windows 10 Pro for free. Additionally, third-party devices running Windows 10 S may pay a small fee to upgrade to the full version of Windows 10. Users wishing to block updates on Windows 10 can refer to how to block Windows 10 updates here
With the deployment of Windows 10 S into S Mode in 2019, Microsoft aimed to provide users in the education sector with greater control over their systems. Windows 10 S is promoted as the safest version of Windows 10, as Win32 software used to distribute malware and compromise Windows is blocked. It's advisable to install the best antivirus software on your computer to prevent data theft, with many good options available such as KIS and AVAST.
According to rumors, upgrading from Windows 10 integrated with S Mode to Windows 10 Home is free, while upgrading to Windows 10 Pro will incur a fee. It's unclear whether Microsoft will activate S Mode by default on Windows 10 or release new devices.
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