| Feature | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home in S Mode | |---------|----------------|----------------------------| | | Any compatible software (EXE, MSI, etc.) | Only Microsoft Store apps | | Default browser | Any browser (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, etc.) | Microsoft Edge only | | Search engine | Can change to Google, DuckDuckGo, etc. | Bing (enforced in Edge) | | Command line | Full access (PowerShell, CMD, Terminal) | Blocked | | Third-party antivirus | Allowed | Not allowed (uses Windows Security) | | Performance | Normal | Slightly faster, more predictable battery | | Security | Standard (but still good) | Locked down — no sideloading, script execution limited |

One day, Alex and Ben decided to get their own laptops, each choosing a different path. Alex installed Windows 11 Home, while Ben opted for S Mode. At first, both friends were happy with their choices. Alex was thrilled to have the freedom to install his favorite software, including Adobe Photoshop and Google Chrome. He spent hours customizing his desktop, adding widgets, and exploring the new features of Windows 11.