Written by Deanne
Edited on
10 January 2025
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15:55
The different versions of Windows
Windows has many different editions of the operating system. Windows Home is the most used version. There's also Windows Pro, the business version. Windows in S mode is the energy-efficient and secure version. In this article, we'll explain the differences.
Comparison between Windows Home, Pro, and S mode
| Windows Home | Windows Pro | Windows in S mode | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Installing programs from the internet | Yes | Yes | No |
| Windows Hello | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| BitLocker | No | Yes | No |
| Remote Desktop + Assigned Access | No | Yes | No |
| Copilot | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Windows Home
The most well-known version of Windows is Windows Home. This version is installed on most Windows laptops and is suitable for many usage situations. You can use a Windows Home laptop for your studies for example, but also for daily tasks, image editing, and gaming. Windows Home has many different functions, so this version is the most common on a Windows laptop.
Windows Pro
A business Windows laptop runs on Windows Pro. This is the business version of Windows. Your files are better secured with Windows Pro via BitLocker which you can use to secure your files and folders extra. Windows Pro also has functions that allow you to safely log in on your laptop. Do you work from home, but do you want to log in via your work computer? You can do this via Remote Desktop.
Windows in S mode
Windows in S mode is a secured version of Windows. With this version, you can only use apps from the Microsoft Store. Windows with S mode is faster and more energy-efficient than other versions of Windows, because the operating system puts less load on the hardware. That's why the battery of the laptop lasts longer.
Article by Deanne
Laptop Expert.
