Local vs. Microsoft account in Windows 11: How to decide and set up your preference

The Windows 11 setup program really, really wants you to use a Microsoft account instead of a local account. Here's everything you need to know about your options.
Morning Overview on MSN

Windows 11 may soon allow sign-in without a Microsoft account

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

Microsoft May Rethink Mandatory Account Sign-In During Windows 11 Setup

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

Windows 11 uses five letters of your email for the user folder, but Microsoft is fixing it

Windows 11 now lets users choose their default user folder name during setup. The new OOBE option fixes the 5-letter folder issue.
ZDNet

Microsoft just blocked a popular way to set up a local account in Windows 11 - here's what still works

Microsoft is blocking another way to choose a local account in Windows 11. You'd force a local account by disconnecting from the network. The block is currently in place in the latest Windows 11 ...
Morning Overview on MSN

Microsoft VP hints Windows 11 may drop mandatory Microsoft account setup

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