There are still other ways to choose a local account in Windows 11. You can set up your PC with a Microsoft account initially and then switch to a local one. You can also turn to a third-party utility ...
To set up a passkey on your phone, use your camera app to scan a QR code. For a security key (e.g., YubiKey or Google Titan ...
Say goodbye to local installations, as Microsoft continues its crackdown on those who want to avoid a Microsoft account.
Windows 10 support is ending, but you can receive an extra year of security updates by taking advantage of this program.