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I stopped signing into Windows with a Microsoft account

Tracking, targeted ads, and data collection were red flags for me.
ZDNet

Microsoft just blocked this popular Windows 11 local account trick - but workarounds remain

Microsoft has fired its latest salvo in the battle against Windows 11 customers who would rather sign in with a local account than a Microsoft account. Announcing a new Windows 11 Insider build, the ...
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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 ...
Bleeping Computer

Microsoft's killing script used to avoid Microsoft Account in Windows 11

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 ...
TechRepublic

Windows 11 Forces Microsoft Account Sign In & Removes Bypass Trick Option

Windows 11 Forces Microsoft Account Sign In & Removes Bypass Trick Option Your email has been sent Microsoft is killing the Windows 11 bypass trick — soon, all setups will require internet and a ...