Windows 11 is set to force online setup, but one loophole still works for local install

Microsoft removes local-only Windows setup in latest Insider Preview, but an age check trick could help you out.
PCMag

Microsoft Makes It Harder to Set Up Windows 11 Without an Account

Microsoft has blocked popular commands used to bypass key Windows 11 setup screens, stating they leave users with a device ...

Windows 11 KB5067112 update brings a change to initial Setup that you may not like

Microsoft has released a new Windows 11 update under KB5067112. It brings a change to the initial Setup of the OS that you ...

Microsoft is plugging more holes that let you use Windows 11 without an online account

Microsoft is cracking down on bypass methods that let Windows 11 installs use a local account, and avoid an internet requirement during the setup process. In a new Windows 11 test build released today ...
Windows Report

Windows 11 KB5067112 Adds "Personalized Offers" to OOBE Setup Screen

Windows 11 KB5067112 adds "Personalized Offers" during OOB setup, fixes touch keyboard, networking, and storage issues.