Using a local account

[Vakas]

Does Windows update let let you download updates in Windows 11 if you don't use a Microsoft account and opt for a local account?

 

[Rannoch]

Yes

 

[ED209]

Does Windows update let let you download updates in Windows 11 if you don't use a Microsoft account and opt for a local account?

Yes, I have exactly this setup.

 

[Vakas]

Nice one

Is the easiest way to set up the local account while installing windows or after you have installed it?

 

[Tetras]

Is the easiest way to set up the local account while installing windows

I would do it while you install, there's a few workarounds available.

 

[ED209]

Nice one

Is the easiest way to set up the local account while installing windows or after you have installed it?

Yes, while installing Windows.

When you get to the stage where it asks for a Microsoft account do the following

Use Shift + F10 and then type "OOBE\BYPASSNRO" (without quotation mark). Doing that, the PC will reboot and allow you to configure local account without internet.

I would also disconnect the ethernet cable from the PC as well during the install so it does not detect a network connection.

 

[Vakas]

Yes, while installing Windows.

When you get to the stage where it asks for a Microsoft account do the following

Use Shift + F10 and then type "OOBE\BYPASSNRO" (without quotation mark). Doing that, the PC will reboot and allow you to configure local account without internet.

I would also disconnect the ethernet cable from the PC as well during the install so it does not detect a network connection.

Much appreciated Thank you for this

 

[boosfuk]

Or use Rufus that has these options when creating the USB/ISO.