A Microsoft VP doesn't like forcing a Microsoft account in Windows. This means the company may finally let you use a local ...

Microsoft's Developer Community VP, Scott Hanselman, hints at potentially removing the frustrating requirement of using a ...

Microsoft may remove the mandatory Microsoft account sign-in during Windows 11 setup, a long-criticized requirement for new PCs.

Microsoft VP Scott Hanselman indicated on March 20 that software engineers inside the company are actively working to remove ...

Microsoft is tightening the screws on Windows 11 setup requirements, closing off every remaining workaround that let users ...

Microsoft could relax the Windows 11 Microsoft account requirement after backlash, but nothing is confirmed yet.

Microsoft may be preparing to revisit one of the most controversial aspects of Windows 11: the requirement to sign in with a ...

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 ...

Microsoft is reportedly planning significant changes to Windows 11, potentially allowing users to set up new PCs without ...

This is important because: Microsoft is closing the side doors to offline setup. As familiar workarounds disappear, most people are guided toward a Microsoft account on day one, which narrows choice ...