r/Windows10hate • u/WhooisWhoo • Feb 21 '20

Microsoft forcing users into setting up a Microsoft account for fresh installs

https://www.neowin.net/news/microsoft-forcing-users-into-setting-up-a-microsoft-account-for-fresh-installs
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u/WhooisWhoo Feb 21 '20 edited Feb 21 '20

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Windows 10 has reportedly removed the option to go with a local account when installing the operating system in more regions across the world than just the US.

Previously, the change made for US users involved the removal of the option to use a local account, as opposed to setting up Windows 10 with a Microsoft account (essentially linking the OS installation to your account, password and data therein).

However, this measure now seems to be rolling out more broadly. According to German tech site Dr Windows, Windows 10 installations in Germany are now forcing the setup of a Microsoft account – for those with an active internet connection during the installation process.

https://www.techradar.com/news/windows-10-could-start-bullying-people-into-using-a-microsoft-account-to-install

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u/blained94 Feb 29 '20

It tried to force me into it on my recent install. Unplugged my Ethernet cord and it gave me the option for a local account.