Microsoft really wants you to use a Microsoft account on Windows, to the point where it won't tell you how to make a Local one.
  • Microsoft removes guide on converting Microsoft accounts to Local, pushing for Microsoft sign-ins.
  • Instructions once available, now missing - likely due to company’s preference for Microsoft accounts.
  • People may resist switching to Microsoft accounts for privacy reasons, despite company’s stance.
  • ItsComplicated@sh.itjust.worksEnglish
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    3 months ago

    Thanks. These are the instructions having a time with. I am going to take a break. I think I have just stared at it too long overthinking it!

    • wanderingmagus@lemm.eeEnglish
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      3 months ago

      No problem, and again - if you experience any confusion during the process, just let me know! I also had to get help with installing Linux Mint myself when I first got started.

          • ItsComplicated@sh.itjust.worksEnglish
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            2 months ago

            Yes! Thank you. I have it installed and everything seems to work now, if a bit slow.

            I am working on what type of security/virus stuff to use other than basic common sense. Windows once installed a virus in an update. Lots to learn. Once I get passed the security hurdle I will use it for a while until I am confident enough with the system to replace Windows on my main laptop. I really look forward to that day!

            • wanderingmagus@lemm.eeEnglish
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              2 months ago

              Awesome! Linux Mint’s welcome page should have given you directions to setting up the built in firewall. If you really want an antivirus, ClamAV is a good one for Linux. However, whether you need one on Linux is actually a complicated question: https://forums.linuxmint.com/viewtopic.php?t=358408

              Really depends on your use case, at the end of the day. Good luck, and let us know if you have any questions!