Microsoft recommends using a Microsoft account, not a local account, when signing in to Windows. Using a Microsoft account in Windows allows for seamless integration of Microsoft services, enhanced security, and sync across devices, unlike a local account.
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Use your Microsoft account to sign in to Microsoft services like Windows, Microsoft 365, OneDrive, Skype, Outlook, and Xbox Live.
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Hotmail is now Outlook.com. Learn how to sign in to access your Outlook.com, Hotmail, Live, or MSN email account.
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Sign in with a different account. Sign in using Safe Mode."We can't sign in to your account" error message. Fix a corrupted user profile. Learn how to troubleshoot Windows sign in issues, including problems signing in to your Windows device after upgrading.
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Your Microsoft account connects all your Microsoft apps and services. Sign in to manage your account.
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Learn how to fix problems signing into your Microsoft account. Resolve password verification, locked account, and other Microsoft account login issues.
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This article describes the sign in, sign out, lock, and switch user account actions in Windows. Expand the following sections to learn more. Windows 11 Windows 10. Signing in to Windows refers to the process of verifying your identity to gain access to your Windows device.
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Instead of a password, you can use a security key to sign in to apps, websites, and, if you have a work or school account, even Windows. Use this section to change or reset your security key PIN. To learn more, see Sign in to your account with a security key.
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