Want to create a local account in Windows 10? Microsoft discourages people from doing it, but the option is available. Share on Facebook (opens in a new window) Share on X (opens in a new window) ...

Microsoft has been cracking down on the use of local accounts since the launch of Windows 11, but it's now almost impossible to use a local account unless you log in to your Microsoft account for ...

Microsoft wants you to use an online account with Windows 11, but what do you really miss out on if you stick with a local ...

If you have already restarted your computer to solve troubleshoot this problem, it is time to try with an Administrator account. The best way to obtain an admin account on Windows 11/10 is by using ...

Microsoft is removing more methods that help users create local Windows accounts and bypass the Microsoft account requirement when installing Windows 11. The change ...

Microsoft's latest Insider Preview, Build 26220.6772, introduces a significant policy change: removal of known workarounds to skip Microsoft Account setup during Windows 11 installation (OOBE).

It's an improvement—supposedly. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Now, Microsoft is going to more aggressively push Windows 10 ...

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