He makes a solid observation.
He makes a solid observation.
The last software I preferred was version 7. From then on, almost all Microsoft products seemed unnecessary. I don’t understand why Microsoft tries to push frustration to current users in hopes of attracting more customers when they already dominate the operating system market.
Use internet connection screen controls to navigate to OOBE\BYPASSNRO, then choose "I don't have internet" and select "Continue with limited setup." This method lets me configure multiple Windows machines at work without creating MS accounts for each one. It’s reliable even though I’ve also tried setting up a home Windows installation. The Garuda version is more frequently used, but I mainly rely on Windows for proprietary 3D printer software that doesn’t work well with WINE.
The main concern today is upgrading motherboards and spending $200 on a new key. I appreciate how Apple handles this—home users get the operating system for free.
They ask you to pay a recurring fee to activate your computer. Do they? I’m still not required to pay monthly, and the Microsoft account actually simplifies sharing a Windows license across several devices. In fact, they now offer it at a lower cost compared to past rates. They still bill for the operating system since their software is tied to specific hardware. Neither Apple nor Microsoft provides their OS without charge. This isn’t accurate. Once you obtain a Windows license, you can apply it to multiple machines. If your hardware updates, you can remove an older device from your account and install a new one. You’ll never need to purchase licenses again. I’ve been using the same Windows license for more than eight years, across various Windows 8, 10, and 11 systems.