Elon Musk Expresses Frustration with Windows 11’s Microsoft Account Requirement
Tesla CEO Elon Musk recently took to social media to express his frustration with the new Windows 11 operating system’s requirement to create a Microsoft account. In a tweet, Musk revealed that he had purchased a new PC laptop, only to find out that he couldn’t use it without creating a Microsoft account, thereby giving the company’s AI access to his computer.
Musk noted that in the past, there used to be an option to skip signing in or creating a Microsoft account during the Windows setup process, but that option seems to have disappeared with the new operating system. This led to hours of struggle for Musk to find a way around the requirement.
After reaching out for help on social media, Musk finally managed to set up the laptop, thanks to the assistance of netizens. He shared that he was able to connect to a local Wi-Fi network without a password, allowing him to bypass the Microsoft account requirement.
However, Musk’s complaints have sparked criticism of Microsoft, with some users sharing conspiracy theories about the company’s founder, Bill Gates. Microsoft has yet to issue a public response to Musk’s comments.
It remains to be seen how Microsoft will address the backlash from users like Elon Musk regarding the Windows 11 Microsoft account requirement. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.
Source: tomshardware
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