There are still other ways to choose a local account in Windows 11. You can set up your PC with a Microsoft account initially and then switch to a local one. You can also turn to a third-party utility ...

Microsoft removes remaining Windows 11 local account bypass methods, making Microsoft accounts and internet connectivity ...

Microsoft just ended offline setup in Windows 11. No more local accounts as every installation now needs internet and a Microsoft sign in.

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 ...

Microsoft began rolling out its October 2025 Patch Tuesday update for Windows 11 today, bringing a broad mix of new features and routine security fixes. The ...

Microsoft is tightening its grip on the Windows installation process by blocking all known methods for setting up the system ...

The company recently removed the last remaining workaround using the command BYPASSNRO, which previously allowed users to bypass the requirement by tricking the system into thinking there was no ...

Microsoft has fixed a known issue caused by the August 2025 security updates, which triggers unexpected User Account Control (UAC) prompts and app installation problems for non-admin users on all ...

In Windows, an admin account has full access and control over your entire operating system, which is exactly what hackers hope for when sending malware out into the world. If you’re on a Windows ...

Windows 11 has its fair share of annoyances, but nothing bugs me more than trying to find specific system settings. Microsoft has been trying to phase out the Control Panel for over a decade, pushing ...

Encountering an "Access Denied" error on your Windows PC can be both frustrating and confusing, especially if you've already tried fixes for Windows 11's most common ...