For computers running Windows 8, 10, using a Microsoft account is more convenient.
This is because later versions of Windows are designed to be used with an online profile.
You can also use it with an offline profile local account. However, with Microsoft’s new features, You may not be able to use some of the software associated with your account. For example, to use Cortana with voice commands; You need a Microsoft account to download apps from the Store.
What can I do with my Microsoft account?
Connect to all Microsoft products. If you are using a Microsoft account on one computer and have access to the same account on the other device, you can sync everything connected to the Microsoft account on the first device, such as Settings, Themes, Apps, Mail, OneDrive, Xbox, Store, Movies & TV, Photo, and the second device.
If you want to use Windows Update Insider Previews, you need to have a Microsoft account.
Once you have an account, you can access the files stored in the account as if you were using your own computer on any Windows 8 or 10 device. There are several advantages to using a Microsoft account over a local account.
If you use Office365, you can activate it with an account. If you are using a local account, if something goes wrong with your user profile, you can create a new user account. Backing up data can be time-consuming.
How to create a Microsoft account? You can create a new account by following the link below.
You must enter a Gmail or phone number. Once you have entered the required name and password, you will be sent a four-digit code to the Gmail or phone you entered. Once you have entered the code, you are done.
If you want to create a Microsoft account in Settings, you can add an existing Microsoft Account in All Settings \ Accounts \ Email & App Accounts, or click Create One to create a new one.
If you would like to delete your Microsoft account and use your local account again, click Sign in with a local account instead of under Your Info, enter your current Microsoft Account Password, and enter your Local User Name & Password.
If you want to sync files and settings from one Microsoft account to another machine, you can turn all Sync your Settings on at the bottom of All Settings \ Accounts.
