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 ...

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 ...

Microsoft wants you to use online accounts in Windows 11, yes, but they're not as mandatory as you might think.

How to Create a Local Account in Windows 11 Pro Your email has been sent Yes, you can log into your personal PC without using a Microsoft account. Here’s how to ...

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 ...

Most Windows PCs have a single user account for everyday use. I recommend creating a second account that you can use for troubleshooting purposes. If your primary account is ever damaged, you can use ...

If you are trying to sign in using a Microsoft account, and you receive an error that says— That Microsoft account doesn’t exist, then this post will help you ...

As time goes on, it is becoming increasingly clear that Microsoft is trying to make local accounts a thing of the past and push all new Windows 10 users to a Microsoft account. Historically, when ...

OneDrive works perfectly to expand your computer’s storage using cloud tech. You also don’t need to create another account, because you sign in to your OneDrive using a Microsoft account. While you ...

Microsoft makes it difficult to set up Windows without a Microsoft account, but it's still possible if you know the right tricks. Here's how to get it done in Windows 10 and 11. If you're setting up a ...