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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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[–] shininghero@pawb.social 8 points 2 days 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.

[–] dual_sport_dork@lemmy.world 11 points 2 days 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.

[–] atticus88th@lemmy.world 3 points 2 days ago

Its even more support than what MS is offering LMAO