Windows 11’s easy local account trick is dead, patched by Microsoft

Well, it was bound to happen. Last month, someone discovered a simple trick for skipping the mandatory Microsoft account when ...
Wccftech

Microsoft Quietly Kills Windows 11’s Easiest Local Account Bypass, Making Forced Sign-In Harder To Avoid

Microsoft has eliminated a workaround allowing Windows 11 users to bypass the mandatory Microsoft account requirement during ...
Windows Latest

One click let you escape Microsoft’s forced sign-in on Windows 11. Of course, Microsoft killed it

The Learn more link that skipped Microsoft account sign-in in Windows 11 setup is gone. I tested a fresh 26H2 ISO, and it now ...

Microsoft closes a worrying Windows 11 account bypass hack — all it took was one click

You could previously bypass creating or signing in with a Microsoft account when setting up Windows 11.
TweakTown

Windows 11 glitch lets you install the OS with a local account avoiding any arcane workarounds - here's how it works

Use left and right arrow keys to seek audio. If you've been hoping for an easy way to make a local account with a Windows 11 installation, apparently your wish has come true - via an improbable ...
PC World

Windows 11 has a secret way to skip the Microsoft account requirement

Microsoft really wants you to use a Microsoft account when setting up Windows 11, and that’s why the company has been killing the workarounds for using Windows 11 with only a local account. Even so, a ...
ExtremeTech

How to Install Windows 11 Home With a Local Account

It's still possible to install Windows 11 with a local account, if you're willing to jump through a few hoops to do it. Share on Facebook (opens in a new window) Share on X (opens in a new window) ...
NewsBytes

Microsoft exploring local account option during Windows 11 setup

Microsoft VP Scott Hanselman hinted at removing the mandatory Microsoft account setup for Windows 11, addressing a long-standing user frustration.