How can I register for extended Windows 10 updates while keeping my local account offline? (I have a Microsoft account)
How can I register for extended Windows 10 updates while keeping my local account offline? (I have a Microsoft account)
I think there might be some misunderstanding regarding whether you should change your local account to an online one or simply sign in to a Microsoft Account from Windows without converting it. I remember a situation where I needed to deactivate an old PC and activate a new license, which involved logging into my MS account and authenticating the Windows copy but not converting my local account. Could you try doing the same for extended updates? If you need guidance on how to proceed, let me know.
To check if your Windows 10 PC has an ESU subscription, use the command slmgr.vbs /dlv from an elevated Command Prompt or PowerShell. When the script runs, a Windows Script Host dialog will appear. Find the "Activation ID" and ensure its "License Status" is listed as Licensed. If it reads that way, your PC is subscribed to ESU.
I need to keep converting my account to an online version even temporarily. I prefer not to do that unless necessary, as I didn’t have to when setting up Windows with my Microsoft account. Can you say the same about this ESU program? Also, what does signing in every 22 days mean? Do I have to manually handle it, or will my PC automatically connect to check my account?
Windows supports two types of accounts:
* local (offline) account
* online account (requires signing in to your Micro$oft account)
With Windows 7/10, it was possible to use without an online account at all. For example, this is the current setup on my PCs.
However, Win10 ESU and Win11 require an online account by default. The good thing is you can revert to the local account later.
Alternatively, you can continue using your M$ account as a daily driver, which offers some advantages such as cloud synchronization, access to the M$ Store, and more.
To enable Win10 ESU, you must log in to your M$ account. Keep the account active by logging in every 22 days; otherwise, ESU will be disabled.
These are Micro$oft’s guidelines. If you prefer not to follow this schedule, choosing Win11 is recommended. With Win11, you only need a one-time login during installation, after which you can switch to the local account and continue using it indefinitely.
If you refuse to log in to the M$ account completely, you have two options:
* Stick with the local Windows 10 account without ESU
* Switch to any GNU/Linux distribution of your choice
From what I understand, manual login to the M$ account is necessary to prove the account is active and thus eligible for ESU.
From the link I provided:
Edit:
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