Windows 10: Windows 11 S Mode - how does it actually work?

Discus and support Windows 11 S Mode - how does it actually work? in Windows 10 Gaming to solve the problem; There is very little information about the S mode functionality. I.e. how does it do application control? is it using WDAC or some other form of... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Gaming' started by Jamie169, Aug 28, 2022.

  1. Jamie169 Win User

    Windows 11 S Mode - how does it actually work?


    There is very little information about the S mode functionality. I.e. how does it do application control? is it using WDAC or some other form of whitelisting? Can you add or modify WDAC policies in S mode?

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    Jamie169, Aug 28, 2022
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  2. Flight mode is highlighted always but actually it is inactive

    Hi Totan,

    Thank you for posting your query on Microsoft Community.

    Let's try with the below steps and check if it helps:

    Step 1:

    I would suggest you to run System Maintenance Troubleshooter
    and check if it helps:

    • Press Windows + X key. 
    • Select Control panel.
    • In the search box, type Troubleshooter and then click
      Troubleshooting.
    • Under System and Security,
    • Click on System Maintenance and Click on Next button.

    Step 2: I suggest you to start your system in safe mode and check if the issue persists. Follow the below link for steps:

    Start your PC in safe mode in Windows 10

    Let us know the status of the issue. We will be glad to assist you further.

    Thank you.
     
    Sangeeta Sarkar, Aug 28, 2022
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  3. Arun B J Win User
    IE 11 not working

    Hi,

    Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community.

    I understand your concern and will assist you to resolve this issue.



    I suggest you to follow the steps below and check if it helps.

    Windows 10 has a built-in troubleshooter to check and fix issues with Internet Explorer. I would suggest you to run this troubleshooter to check if the issue is with your Explorer.

    Refer these steps:

    • Press Windows key +X, select Control panel
    • Change the view by option on the top right to Large icons
    • Click on troubleshooting and click on the view all option on the left panel
    • Run the Internet Explorer performance troubleshooter
    And also refer the link below and check if it helps.

    Internet Explorer help

    Hope this helps. If the issue remains unresolved, please get back to us and we would be happy to help.
     
    Arun B J, Aug 28, 2022
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  4. Monk.e83 Win User

    Windows 11 S Mode - how does it actually work?

    Unlocked Realtek HD Audio Drivers Windows 7 & 8 (With Dolby Digital Live and DTS Interactive)

    DTS supported natively by Windows 8/8.1 and it should work on windows 10 too just DDL require to unlock your driver .
     
    Monk.e83, Aug 28, 2022
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