Many users choose to use a local account to avoid Microsoft collects data on our use of Windows, when that is not really the case. Microsoft collects usage data from Windows users, data that is not associated with any identifier, so we could say that it is anonymous by being able to associate this data with a user account.
The Redmond-based company is the only one since this same practice is also practiced by Apple and Google. Collecting usage data allows these companies to work on improving certain functions or adding new functions to facilitate user interaction, with the sole objective of improving their operating system.
If we do not want to contribute to the improvement of any operating system, the only option left is to use one of the countless Linux distributions available and that They do not collect any type of data
Don’t use a Microsoft account with Windows for the sole purpose it serves limit the possibilities interaction with the system and applications and, below, we will explain the reasons for this.
Is it worth using Windows with a Microsoft account
Not only is it worth it, you could argue it’s necessary. When we buy a computer with pre-activated Windows, when entering our Microsoft data, the license number automatically associates on our account, therefore, if we format the computer, it will not be necessary to know in advance what the license number is to enter it during installation.
Using Windows with a Microsoft account allows us to access the large number of applications available in the Microsoft Store, applications that are completely safe and do not include any type of malware. If we pay for a Microsoft 365 subscription and want to enjoy full integration with Windows, we will only associate it with the two accounts.
But the main compelling reason to use a Microsoft account associated with a Windows PC is found in the synchronization with the cloud. Thanks to the Microsoft account, all data related to the configuration of our device is stored and automatically downloaded when we format the computer. This data includes all wireless networks we have connected to, all Edge browser bookmarks and passwords, and all extensions we have installed.
We cannot forget about security. Local accounts do not require a password to access the device, so if we lose or steal our device, anyone with access will be able to access all the content we have stored. Yes, we use a password as a protection method, if we forget it the only way to regain access is through third party applications (and not always) or by formatting the computer again. If we forget the PIN code for access to our Windows account, using the data from the Microsoft account associated with the computer we can recover access to our PC in less than a minute to create a new PIN
If we use the computer only to occasionally download movies, upload photos from our cell phone and respond to occasional emails, there is really no need to use an account, but, taking into account that These are all benefits, there’s really no reason not to use Windows with a Microsoft account.
