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Microsoft no longer permits local Windows 10 accounts if you want Consumer Extended Security Updates — support beyond EOL requires a Microsoft Account link-up even if you pay $30 (www.tomshardware.com)
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[–] 8 points 1 year ago (2 children)

Huh, and I thought that was only for the os activation, but no. ESU support is right there, under the TSForge activation method.

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  • [–] 11 points 1 year ago

    The LSTC IoT editions also have it built right in, and come without the ancillary Windows bloatware (except Edge, which you're stuck with) for niche applications that require running Windows-only software that can't be avoided. Even on lower end hardware.

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