How to make a Microsoft account so you can access Microsoft products, apps, and services

You can make a Microsoft account for free through Microsoft's website by using a pre-existing email address or creating a new ...
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Microsoft Kills More Microsoft Account Bypass Tricks in Windows 11 – Here’s What Still Works

Microsoft has tightened Windows 11 setup restrictions again. Here are a few solid methods still let you create a local account during setup.

'Can you get Microsoft Word on an iPad?': Yes, you can — here's how to download and set it up

You can get the Microsoft Word app on your iPad through the App Store to create documents, view recent files, and share ...
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Microsoft blocks Windows 11 workaround that enabled local accounts

Before PC users can enjoy everything Windows 11 has on tap, they must first enter an e-mail address that’s linked to a Microsoft account. If you don’t have one, you’ll be asked to create one before ...
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Microsoft is cracking down on people creating local accounts on Windows

Microsoft blocks known OOBE workarounds that create local-only accounts. OOBE now requires an internet connection and a Microsoft account; skipping may result in misconfigured devices, argues the ...

Microsoft Cracks Down on Local Accounts in Windows 11, But Did It Close All Workarounds?

In the latest Windows 11 Dev build, Microsoft has removed all "known mechanisms" that allowed users to create a local account ...

Microsoft removes even more Microsoft account workarounds from Windows 11 build

The Windows setup process has generally required an Internet connection and Microsoft account sign-in since the Windows 11 ...