At first glance, using a local Windows account might seem like a throwback to simpler times—fewer cloud prompts, no need to hand over your email to Microsoft, and a sense of autonomy in a world full of relentless data collection. However, this familiar and seemingly private path now carries...
cloud backup
device sync
find my device
legitimate windows installation
localvsmicrosoftaccountmicrosoft store
multi-factor authentication
password recovery
passwordless login
remote security features
third-party windows installers
windows 10
windows 11
windows accounts
windows automation
windows hello
windows malware risks
windows privacy
windows privacy settings
windows security
