Microsoft's latest Insider Preview, Build 26220.6772, introduces a significant policy change: removal of known workarounds to skip Microsoft Account setup during Windows 11 installation (OOBE).

At issue is a clause in the federal INFORM Consumers Act that prohibits states from establishing “any law regulation, rule, requirement, or standard that conflicts with” the statute's requirements.

Select the "Check for updates" button. After a short wait, it will list all available updates for your installation. If you see "Upgrade to Windows 11," select "Download and install" to begin its ...

There is one useful app that can help you install Windows 11 and set it up the proper way, and its latest update delivers some welcome changes and improvements.

October 14th, 2025, marks the end of Windows 10 support. While users can still work on the operating system, Microsoft warns that it will no longer provide new features, security updates, or technical ...

Microsoft is now mandating the use of a Microsoft account during Windows 11 setup, removing workarounds for local account ...

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

Windows 11's Energy Saver feature (introduced with version 24H2) offers a better way of preserving your battery life than ...

If Copilot is not working in Outlook on your Windows 11/10 PC, verify your Microsoft 365 subscription includes Copilot, update Outlook, or sign out and sign back in.

Microsoft will end support for Windows 10 on October 14, meaning users still using the platform will be left without security updates going forward unless they take action to ensure their PC's ...