In a relatable turn of events, Elon Musk found himself facing a familiar dilemma: setting up a new Windows laptop. However, what caught the attention of many was his apparent surprise and frustration at the mandatory requirement to create a Microsoft account to begin using the device.
Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Musk aired his grievances, expressing disbelief at the necessity of granting Microsoft’s AI access to his computer simply to get started. He lamented the absence of an option to bypass the account setup, a feature he believed existed in the past.
Not content with venting in isolation, Musk directed his frustrations at Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella in a reply tweet, urging for flexibility in the account setup process. He highlighted the inconvenience faced by users, particularly those with work email addresses, who are unable to use them for Microsoft account registration.
Musk’s criticism swiftly gained traction on social media platforms, with one X/Twitter user humorously predicting its place in tech support lore. Despite the flurry of reactions, Musk later revealed that he managed to circumvent the Microsoft account requirement with guidance from a follower. While it’s still possible to use Windows 11 without a Microsoft account, achieving this feat requires navigating through intricate workarounds.
