Easy-Scout, Athletic Equipment Manager and Easy-Recruiter

 

The current versions of Easy-Scout (Plus and Pro), Athletic Equipment Manager (Standard and Advanced) and Easy-Recruiter are compatible with all versions of Windows XP and Windows 7, all versions of Windows 8 EXCEPT Windows 8 RT, and all versions of Windows 10 and 11 EXCEPT Windows 10 or 11 RT or those running in "S" Mode (see below).  

 

Understanding Windows "S" Mode

 

Some "consumer" PCs come with Windows 10 or 11 running in "S" Mode.  When Windows is operating in S Mode, only software applications that are downloaded from MicroSoft's Windows Store can be used.  This limits the applications that are available for a computer running Windows 10 and 11 "Home" versions unless "S Mode" is turned off (see below).

 

This is an FAQ from Microsoft related to S Mode, how to turn S Mode off, and the pros and cons of doing so.   While our assessment is that S Mode severely limits the functionality and usefulness of a Windows computer, we encourage everyone to consider how a computer will be used and understand the Pros and Cons of disabling "S Mode".

 

Reputation management policies that prevent software downloads

 

For a number of years, Microsoft  used "artificial intelligence" to predict whether software is "commonly downloaded" - a practice that has been referred to as reputation management.  This results in either a "block" on the download and installation of an application, or a warning that the user can acknowledge and then proceed with the download.  Other browser manufacturers implement a similar approach, to varying degrees.

 

While "S Mode" and reputation management-induced download prevention can be frustrating, it has reduced the spread of malware, particular for inexperienced computer users.  Experienced computer users and technical support staff will usually be able to work around these issues.   In the event Windows S Mode or download / installation restrictions prevent you from downloading and installing one of our products, feel free to Contact Us  for assistance.