• 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.
  • @[email protected]
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    47 months ago

    Plus, ideally, working with or storing sensitive data better be on a non-exposed machine.

    • BombOmOm
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      27 months ago

      O, yeah, completely forgot about air gaped machines. Very strong point!