Using a local account on Windows 11 has its benefits, as explained by Microsoft on accident.
  • Microsoft inadvertently highlighted the benefits of using a local account over a Microsoft account on Windows 11 in a recent support page update.
  • Using a local account allows for offline sign-in, is independent of cloud services, and limits settings, files, and applications to a single device, enhancing privacy.
  • Despite these benefits, Microsoft requires internet access or workarounds for the initial setup of Windows 11, making it challenging to use a local account from the start.
  • CarbonatedPastaSauce@lemmy.worldEnglish
    18·
    1 年前

    Good info, but everyone should know that Windows 11 Home can not join domains, and the option will not be there. Only Pro, Enterprise, and Education versions can do that.

    • deweydecibel@lemmy.worldEnglish
      6·
      1 年前

      Yes, that’s true. But I’m kind of going off the assumption anybody that actually wants to use a local account is somebody who knows better than to use the Home edition. Without group policy and a couple of the other configurable points, I’m not sure how viable it even is to use Home anymore if you want Microsoft off your back.

    • Appoxo@lemmy.dbzer0.comEnglish
      2·
      1 年前

      Everyone that buys a laptop with home and “is into IT” shouldnt buy a laptop anyway. And you can get cheap sealed OEM stickers on ebay.