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I always used a local account on Windows until Microsoft made it nearly impossible

For as long as I can remember, I have always set up my PC using a local account. It was because I prioritized privacy over a bunch of services I didn't really need, and I didn't want Microsoft ...
Digital Trends

Windows 11 users outsmart Microsoft once again with new local account trick

A newly discovered trick allows Windows 11 users to bypass Microsoft’s online account requirement during setup, raising questions around user control and privacy. The workaround, shared by X user ...
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Windows 11 Local Account Crackdown: Microsoft Account May Soon Be Mandatory

Microsoft is removing known workarounds for local account creation in Windows 11 setup (OOBE), effectively making a Microsoft Account (MSA) mandatory for most users. The company cites proper ...