How do I get back to local account


  1. Frank1
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    How do I get back to local account


    I'm a little confused here(which in not too unusual for me). I think that I somehow got the MS account and had to change my password. How do I get back to local account.
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  3. Brink
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    Hey Frank,

    You can use the same method below for Windows 8 to do so in 10 to switch from a Microsoft account to a local account. :)

    Local Account - Switch to in Windows 8
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  4. Frank1
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    Thanks, Shawn--that worked. Next time I see you, I'm buying the beer--or coffee whichever you prefer.
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  6. Brink
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    You're welcome. That sounds like a good idea. :)
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