Microsoft has acknowledged a software defect in Microsoft Defender for Endpoint that has triggered misleading security alerts on Windows 11 version 25H2.The problem incorrectly flags Dell BIOS ...

Microsoft recently started rolling out its annual Windows 11 version 25H2 update, and it brings various AI features along ...

Microsoft links Storm-1175 to GoAnywhere flaw CVE-2025-10035, exploited since September for Medusa ransomware.

Microsoft blocks known OOBE workarounds that create local-only accounts. OOBE now requires an internet connection and a Microsoft account; skipping may result in misconfigured devices, argues the ...

The U. S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency has designated CVE-2021-43226, a privilege-escalation ...

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

Microsoft is tightening its grip on the Windows installation process by blocking all known methods for setting up the system ...

Microsoft has blocked popular commands used to bypass key Windows 11 setup screens, stating they leave users with a device ...

Microsoft is cracking down on bypass methods that let Windows 11 installs use a local account, and avoid an internet ...

Microsoft is removing more methods that help users create local Windows accounts and bypass the Microsoft account requirement when installing Windows 11.

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 ...

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