
Windows 10 and Windows 11 in S mode FAQ - Microsoft Support
Windows 11 in S mode is a version of Windows 11 that's streamlined for security and performance, while providing a familiar Windows experience. To increase security, it allows …
Switching out of S mode in Windows - Microsoft Support
Windows 11 in S mode is designed for security and performance, exclusively running apps from the Microsoft Store. If you want to install an app that isn't available in the Microsoft Store, you'll …
Shut down, sleep, or hibernate your PC - Microsoft Support
When you’re ready to make your PC sleep, just press the power button on your desktop, tablet, or laptop, or close your laptop’s lid. On most PCs, you can resume working by pressing your …
Meet Windows 11: The Basics - Microsoft Support
We'll cover the essential components of the desktop, File Explorer, and Microsoft Edge, providing you with a solid foundation to navigate and use Windows 11 effectively.
Focus: Stay on Task Without Distractions in Windows
If you need to, you can end a focus session early. Note: Focus works with focus periods in the Clock app. If you uninstalled the Clock app, you'll need to reinstall it to use Focus. Get it from …
Windows Startup Settings - Microsoft Support
Oct 14, 2025 · Safe mode starts Windows in a basic state, using a limited set of files and drivers. If a problem doesn't happen in safe mode, this means that default settings and basic device …
Open Outlook in safe mode - Microsoft Support
If Outlook won't open, try opening it in safe mode, which disables add-ins. 1. Right-click the Start button, and click Run. 2. Type Outlook.exe /safe, and click OK. Tip: If Windows can't find …
Surface Go 3 features - Microsoft Support
Surface Go 3 comes with: Windows 11 Home edition in S mode (consumer customers) Windows 10 Pro edition or Windows 11 Pro edition (commercial customers) You can switch from …
Change the power mode for your Windows PC - Microsoft Support
Learn how to change the power mode on your Windows PC to preserve your battery, limit notifications, and background activity.
Browse InPrivate in Microsoft Edge - Microsoft Support
Clears browsing history, download history, cookies and other site data, cached images and files, passwords, autofill form data, site permissions and hosted app data when you close all …