Title: Setting Up Windows 11 Without Microsoft Account

Video Description:

Simon explains how to set up Windows 11 without signing into a Microsoft account, highlighting changes in the Windows 11 updates that require internet connection for initial setup. He demonstrates creating a temporary Microsoft account and then switching to a local account.

Key Points in the Video:

1. Initial Setup:
   • Selects country/region and keyboard layout.
   • Connects to Wi-Fi as bypassing internet connection is no longer possible with the new Windows 11 updates.
2. Microsoft Account Creation:
   • Since Windows 11 mandates internet connection, Simon creates a dummy Microsoft account for demonstration.
   • Goes through the usual Windows setup process, including accepting license agreements and creating a PIN.
3. Conversion to Local Account:
   • After completing the initial setup, navigates to ‘Settings’ and then to ‘Accounts’.
   • Selects “Sign in with a local account instead” option.
   • Sets up a local account named ‘Megan’ without a password.
4. Final Steps:
   • Confirms the switch to a local account by checking the account details in the ‘Settings’.
   • Emphasizes that this method is currently the only way to bypass Microsoft account setup in Windows 11.

Conclusion:

Simon’s walkthrough is a practical guide for users who prefer using Windows 11 without linking to a Microsoft account. Despite the mandatory internet connection and account setup in the new Windows 11 updates, his method effectively demonstrates how to switch to a local account post-setup.