Therefore, Windows 10 in S mode works exclusively with apps from the Microsoft Store. Windows 10 in S mode is different from other editions of Windows 10 as everything that runs on the device is verified by Microsoft for security and performance. Windows 10 in S mode is built to give schools the familiar, robust, and productive experiences you count on from Windows in an experience that's been streamlined for security and performance in the classroom, and built to work with Microsoft Education 2. Please test Windows 10 in S mode on a variety of devices in your school and share your feedback with us. The Windows 10 in S mode self-installer will allow you to test Windows 10 in S mode on a variety of individual Windows 10 devices (except Windows 10 Home) with a genuine, activated license 1. Devices running Windows 10, version 1709: Windows 10 Pro, Windows 10 Pro Education, Windows 10 Education, Windows 10 Enterprise.