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Microsoft Makes It Harder to Set Up Windows 11 Without an Account

Microsoft has blocked popular commands used to bypass key Windows 11 setup screens, stating they leave users with a device ...

Microsoft declares war on local accounts in Windows 11 – you're going to need a Microsoft account going forward

Say goodbye to local installations, as Microsoft continues its crackdown on those who want to avoid a Microsoft account.
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The Party's Over: Windows 11 Installation Will Require the Internet

Windows Insider Program lead Amanda Langowski said in a blog post on Monday that those setup screens -- called the Windows Setup experience (or "out of box experience") -- are "critical" during ...

ASUS ROG Xbox Ally and Ally X Launched in India: Check Price, Specifications, Features, Pre-Order Offers

The ROG Xbox Ally is priced at Rs. 69,990 in India, while the ROG Xbox Ally X costs Rs. 1,14,990. Shipping will commence ...

Microsoft kills two more ways to install Windows 11 with local accounts

Microsoft is increasingly clamping down on methods for bypassing the Microsoft Account requirement for Windows 11.

How To Install Windows 11 Without An Internet Connection

The end of Windows 10 support is near, forcing users to eventually switch to the newer Windows 11 operating system. No internet connection? No problem.

Microsoft is removing the ability to easily install Windows 11 with a local account

Microsoft has released a new Windows 11 preview build for beta testers in the Insider program. Build 26220.6772 (KB5065797) introduces several changes that will gradually roll ...

Windows 11 is set to force online setup, but one loophole still works for local install

Microsoft removes local-only Windows setup in latest Insider Preview, but an age check trick could help you out.