Forget BYPASSNRO, a new internet/account bypass during Windows 11 installs already exists
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While Microsoft is bloacking the popular BYPASSNRO method of bypassing the internet and MSA requirements, a new way to do so had already existed but flew under the radar.

This might be relevant to those who wish / have to use Windows 11:

This week, Microsoft made it very clear that it wants to block the popular BYPASSNRO workaround, used to skip the internet and Microsoft Account requirement checks during the Windows 11 installation OOBE (initial setup), although thankfully, the script can still be created using Registry edits.

A 7 step guide.

  • BananaTrifleViolin@lemmy.worldEnglish
    10·
    3 days ago

    Windows intuitively making you jump through 7 steps to not have an online account. The reality sadly is most Windows users will just be pushed by Microsoft to use a Microsoft account to access their own PC.

    Only 1% of Windows users who are IT people and enthusiasts will find out how to avoid being forced into internet based accounts.