Should I disable S mode on my new notebook with Windows 11 or not? (Q&A)

Should I disable S mode on my new notebook with Windows 11 or not? (Q&A)

Question: I bought an inexpensive notebook from Lenovo. After buying it, I noticed that Windows 11 is pre-installed in S mode. Only Microsoft apps can be installed. My previously used Chrome browser and other programs that are important to me cannot be used.

I am offered to switch off S mode. A warning appears that the deactivation cannot be reversed. Do you still recommend that I switch off S mode, or do I now have to live with S mode ...

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