Windows 10 will force you to use your Microsoft account

Microsoft decided make life difficult for Windows 10 users. After running full-screen ads for Windows 11, the tech company is now targeting those who use local accounts on the operating system. The next update will send notifications to activate your Microsoft account and use OneDrive.

This feature is now available in trial for Windows Insider users and will be released to the general public in May. An entry on the official blog indicates that the update implements notifications associated with Microsoft accounts in the Start menu and Settings.. While this isn’t the first time Redmond residents have targeted local accounts, this is different and they are determined to leave them behind.

“A Microsoft account connects Windows to your Microsoft apps. This account also backs up all your data and helps you manage your subscriptions. You can also add additional security measures to prevent your account from being suspended.”

In accordance with Latest version of Windows, notifications appear in the Settings menu that say: “Sign in to your Microsoft account. You can back up your files and photos to keep them safe.” Interestingly, when you click, it does not open a window for entering your data and activating your account, but a file backup application that forces you to use OneDrive.

If you close an app or notification in Settings, Windows 10 will remind you later. Notifications are permanentHowever, they can be turned off in your privacy settings.

Why you should use a local account on Windows 10

If you are a regular Windows user, you know that local accounts were always present and are configured when installing the operating system. They do not require an Internet connection and They are not affiliated with Microsoft, so your data is not shared.. This may be important for users concerned about online privacy.

Another benefit of local accounts is security. If someone hacks your Microsoft account, they could gain access to your computer or force you to change your password. Because local accounts store the password on the computeryou will not have to face the problem of account blocking or verification.

Local accounts tThey also offer better control over when to install updates.. Although Microsoft recommends updating Windows for security reasons, some users prefer Postpone fixes until you are sure they won’t cause any problems. on your system. The latter became important last year with updates that included ads, full-screen ads, or notifications, which we report on in this article.

With all this, it is appropriate to note that Having a local account doesn’t mean you shouldn’t use a Microsoft account.. Signing in is a requirement for the Windows Store, Xbox, and other company apps. Recommendation – use local account (administrator) to manage Windows 10 and a Microsoft account for all services, since this way you do not compromise access to the operating system.

If you don’t care about privacy, ads, or OneDrive notifications, you can activate your Microsoft account as your primary account in Windows 10. You’ll have other benefits, like backing up your settings or accessing Copilot and other features the company offers. actively promotes.