Windows 11 both Home and Pro versions try very hard to force you to create a Microsoft Online Account. Many users do not want their installation of Windows to use an Online account and instead only want a Local Account. A very simple way was posted on the following website by using a locked email account.   Thank you for the link @Firefox a@a.com Then use any password. It will fail with an oops, then it will allow you to click next and make a Local Account.     If