Setting up a Windows 11 machine without a Microsoft Account is possible, just not in the least bit obvious.

Windows 11 with only a local account
To set up Windows 11 with only a local account, select “Set up for personal use” during setup, then “Sign in” at the Microsoft account prompt. Enter “[email protected]“, or the email address of any locked Microsoft account, as the email, a random password, and proceed despite the error. You can then create a local account with a username, password, and security questions.

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0:00 Windows 11 With A Local Account
0:40 Windows setup
1:15 Select personal use
1:40 Fake it
4:00 Caution
5:00 Microsoft services

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