Over the last few years, Windows 11 setup has been steadily pushing users towards cloud-linked Microsoft accounts, especially on Home editions.

Microsoft is tightening the screws on Windows 11 setup requirements, closing off every remaining workaround that let users skip signing in with a Microsoft account. But a counter-movement inside the ...

If you have ever set up a computer running Microsoft Windows 11, you've likely noticed the tiring process of configuring settings during the setup stage. One of the most frustrating steps for many ...

Microsoft account vs. local account: How to choose and set up your pick in Windows 11 ...

Microsoft Makes It Harder to Set Up Windows 11 Without an Account Microsoft has blocked popular commands used to bypass key Windows 11 setup screens, stating they leave users with a device 'that is ...

Microsoft is blocking another way to choose a local account in Windows 11. You'd force a local account by disconnecting from the network. The block is currently in place in the latest Windows 11 ...