Microsoft is increasingly clamping down on methods for bypassing the Microsoft Account requirement for Windows 11.

Above and beyond the benefits of a fresh do-over, clean installing Windows 11 improves security, exposes new features, and ...

Microsoft removes local-only Windows setup in latest Insider Preview, but an age check trick could help you out.

Changing the region to “English (World)” during Windows 11 setup can prevent unnecessary third-party apps from appearing in the Start menu. For advanced users, a PowerShell script can remove even more ...

There are still other ways to choose a local account in Windows 11. You can set up your PC with a Microsoft account initially and then switch to a local one. You can also turn to a third-party utility ...

Windows Defender is a crucial security tool designed to protect your system from harmful files and malware in Windows 11/10. However, dealing with it can sometimes be frustrating, as it mistakenly ...

Microsoft will sunset free support and security updates for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025. The company has put forth some basic recommendations in its Windows 11 transition guide: Back up your files, ...

Say goodbye to local installations, as Microsoft continues its crackdown on those who want to avoid a Microsoft account.

TL;DR: A new version of Tiny11 Builder is out that supports Windows 11 25H2 and lets you create a stripped-back ISO for installing a version of the desktop OS without unwanted apps like Copilot, Teams ...

Microsoft has resolved severe lag and stuttering issues with NDI streaming software affecting Windows 10 and Windows 11 systems after installing the August 2025 security updates. "Severe stuttering, ...

Microsoft has fixed a known issue caused by the August 2025 security updates, which triggers unexpected User Account Control (UAC) prompts and app installation problems for non-admin users on all ...

Microsoft just ended offline setup in Windows 11. No more local accounts as every installation now needs internet and a Microsoft sign in.