Scott Hanselmann, a Microsoft VP who is working on fixing Windows 11, replied to one of the users on X who asked about removing forced Microsoft Accounts during the initial Windows 11 setup. It is a common complaint among users, who often want to set up Windows 11 offline and with a local profile. In reply,
Scott said that he "hate that" and he is "working on it."
Does that mean that Windows 11 will soon get rid of all the roadblocks that prevent users from using local profiles? It could be possible, but you have to keep in mind that we won't see any change until Windows bosses decide to allow it. However, it is good to see engineers engaging with the community and even sharing their views on different things. Microsoft now wants everyone to know that it hears user feedback and many of those requests will soon materialize.
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