Recognizing that S Mode is not a one-size-fits-all solution, Microsoft has made it relatively easy—and free—to switch out of S Mode. A user can permanently disable S Mode through the Microsoft Store, converting the operating system to the standard Windows Home or Pro edition. This process is a one-way street; once a device leaves S Mode, it cannot return without a full system reinstall. This transition point highlights the positioning of S Mode: it is intended as a starting point, a secure baseline that can be expanded if the user’s needs evolve.