A Microsoft account lets you sync settings and other content across multiple Windows 10 devices. A local account is restricted to just a single PC. Lance Whitney Contributing Writer Lance Whitney is a ...

I am using Windows 11/10 and must say that it is more integrated with Microsoft’s services than ever. Although, logging in with Microsoft Account is not mandatory in Windows, but doing so provides ...

Yes, you can use virtually any email address to create an account on Windows 10, including a Gmail address, and in this guide, we'll help you complete this task. When you purchase through links on our ...

Want to create a local account in Windows 10? Microsoft discourages people from doing it, but the option is available. Share on Facebook (opens in a new window) Share on X (opens in a new window) ...

To get started, open the Settings app and select Accounts. If you want to create a local account for yourself, click Your account > Sign in with a local account ...

Yes, Microsoft has removed the option to create a local account from the Windows 10 Home installation wizard, but there are ways to continue skipping the use of the Microsoft account. When you ...

A hot potato: Most Windows 10 users are tired of Microsoft bugging them to move to Windows 11, but that's not the only nag Redmond is pushing onto people. Microsoft also prefers Windows users to have ...