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

After October 14, 2025, Microsoft will no longer release any regular updates to Windows 10. The company may make exceptions if a really serious security flaw is discovered — this has happened with ...

Microsoft is cracking down on bypass methods that let Windows 11 installs use a local account, and avoid an internet requirement during the setup process. In a new Windows 11 test build released today ...

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

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