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Microsoft hates your local accounts on Windows, it just doesn't want to admit it

While Microsoft claims that its latest changes to the OOBE experience ensure that people don't "inadvertently skip critical ...
TweakTown

Microsoft moves to remove local Windows accounts and force Microsoft accounts

Microsoft is moving to a world where a Windows user will be required to have a Microsoft account, and now the company has taken another step in that direction. A new report from Tom's Hardware has ...
Ars Technica

Microsoft removes documentation for switching to a local account in Windows 11

One of Windows 11's more contentious changes is that, by default, both the Home and Pro editions of the operating system require users to sign in with a Microsoft account during setup. Signing in with ...
Windows Central

Microsoft explains why it's better to use a local account on Windows 11 — perhaps on purpose

Microsoft has restored its guide on how to switch from a Microsoft account to a local account on Windows 11. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s ...
Windows Central

Microsoft accidentally lists the benefits of not using a Microsoft account on Windows 11

Using a local account on Windows 11 has its benefits, as explained by Microsoft on accident. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. A ...
Ars Technica

New Windows 11 build makes mandatory Microsoft Account sign-in even more mandatory

Microsoft released a new Windows Insider build of Windows 11 to its experimental Dev Channel today, with a fairly extensive batch of new features and tweaks. But the most important one for enthusiasts ...
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Windows 10 Extended Security Updates Require Microsoft Account Sign-In

Windows 10 extended security updates available for $30 or 1,000 Microsoft Points. ESU license requires signing into a Microsoft Account, not ideal for local account users. ESU support lasts until ...