windows 10 local account

1. Can I create a local account on Windows 10?
2. What is a local account on Windows 10?
3. Can I use Windows 10 without a Microsoft account?
4. What is the difference between a Microsoft account and a local account in Windows 10?
5. How do I sign in with a local account on Windows 10?
6. How do I give myself admin rights on Windows 10?
7. Which is better local account or Microsoft account?
8. How do I log into a local account?
9. Is Windows account the same as Microsoft account?
10. Do I really need a Microsoft account?

Can I create a local account on Windows 10?

You can create a local user account (an offline account) for anyone who will frequently use your PC. The best option in most cases, though, is for everyone who uses your PC to have a Microsoft account.

What is a local account on Windows 10?

A local account is a simple combination of a username and a password you use to access your Windows 10 device. Having a password is optional, but you'll need one if you want to prevent access from someone other than yourself.

Can I use Windows 10 without a Microsoft account?

However, you are not required to use a Microsoft account, even though it appears that way. During the initial setup, Windows 10 tells you to sign in with an existing Microsoft account or create a new one. It does not mention that you can sign in with a local account, but you can.

What is the difference between a Microsoft account and a local account in Windows 10?

A Microsoft account is a rebranding of any of previous accounts for Microsoft products. ... The big difference from a local account is that you use an email address instead of a username to log into the operating system.

How do I sign in with a local account on Windows 10?

Applies to Windows 10 Home and Windows 10 Professional.

1. Save all your work.
2. In Start , select Settings > Accounts > Your info.
3. Select Sign in with a local account instead.
4. Type the user name, password, and password hint for your new account. ...
5. Select Next,then select Sign out and finish.

How do I give myself admin rights on Windows 10?

How to change user account type using Settings

1. Open Settings.
2. Click on Accounts.
3. Click on Family & other users.
4. Under the "Your family" or "Other users" section, select the user account.
5. Click the Change account type button. ...
6. Select the Administrator or Standard User account type. ...
7. Click the OK button.

Which is better local account or Microsoft account?

A Microsoft Account offers many features that a local account does not, but that doesn't mean it's for everyone. If you don't care about Windows Store apps, only have one computer, and don't need access to your data anywhere but your home, then a local account will work just fine.

How do I log into a local account?

How to Login to Windows 10 under the Local Account Instead of Microsoft Account?

1. Open the menu Settings > Accounts > Your info;
2. Click on the button Sign in with a local account instead;
3. Enter your current Microsoft account password;
4. Specify a username, password, and a password hint for your new local Windows account;

Is Windows account the same as Microsoft account?

You use your Windows password to sign in to your user account on your computer. You use your Microsoft account password to sign in to your Microsoft account. If your Windows user account is a Microsoft account, your Microsoft account password signs you into both, because they are the same.

Do I really need a Microsoft account?

A Microsoft account is required to install and activate Office versions 2013 or later, and Microsoft 365 for home products. You might already have a Microsoft account if you use a service like Outlook.com, OneDrive, Xbox Live, or Skype; or if you purchased Office from the online Microsoft Store.