Microsoft account vs. local account: How to choose and set up your pick in Windows 11 ...

A Microsoft VP doesn't like forcing a Microsoft account in Windows. This means the company may finally let you use a local account instead. This is part of an effort to make Windows more reliable and ...

TL;DR: Microsoft's big drive to fix Windows 11's various issues this year might include allowing the operating system to be installed locally, without any fuss, doing away with the idea of making a ...

After years of pissing me and other Windows 11 users off, Microsoft says it’s ready to turn a new leaf, fixing mistakes, making improvements, and adding some long-requested features. I’d like to ...

Over the last few years, Windows 11 setup has been steadily pushing users towards cloud-linked Microsoft accounts, especially ...

You don't have to put up with Windows 11's worst features. Here's how I replaced the Start menu, taskbar, widget panel, and ...

Click the three-dot menu > Settings, choose “AI innovations” in the sidebar, then control AI features from here. You won’t ...

Master the art of intentional spending with 20 expert-curated frugal living tips designed to overhaul your finances. This ...

Microsoft is preparing a change to its Windows 11 setup process that lets users choose a custom name for their profile folder during installation. As basic as it sounds, this solves a common issue for ...

A new update now rolling out globally will give users the option to skip the update process when setting up a new Windows 11 PC, speeding up the experience two-fold.

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