The best way to use Windows 11 is with a Microsoft account. You can sync different settings, use the Microsoft Store to download apps, and restore Windows by using ...

Despite Apple's popularity, Windows remains the most popular operating system for desktop PCs, with a market share of over 70%, according to most estimates. There is also an abundance of lightweight ...

Microsoft insists you to use a Microsoft account when setting up a brand-new Windows PC, but what if you don’t want to? Fortunately, Windows 11 (Home 24H2) works in the same way previous Windows 11 ...

If you're already using Windows 11, that means you likely set it up using a Microsoft account, unless you already checked out our guide on how to use a local account when setting up Windows 11. If you ...

Fans of local computer accounts everywhere, rejoice, for when a door closes, another one opens. Windows 11 hackers have found yet another way to bypass the installer's Microsoft account requirement, ...

On reboot, the Windows 11 setup will run again, and when you get to the networking screen, you will now have the option to skip-networking and set up a local account. While Microsoft is now removing ...

Microsoft has removed 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 how ...

Microsoft has been keen for all its users to use online, connected Microsoft Accounts for Windows logins for years and many versions of the operating system, but it's really kicked it into high gear ...

Learn how to find a computer's username and password in Windows 11/10 using Command Prompt, PowerShell, Task Manager, File ...

On Windows 11, your Microsoft account is more than just a way to sign in to your profile. It's the key to unlocking a set of features that can help you manage, secure, and recover your devices. From ...