Haven’t used Windows as a main driver for awhile. Windows XP (and maybe Windows 7 after a few updates) was the last usable update for me. The only reason I keep

Haven’t used Windows as a main driver for awhile. Windows XP (and maybe Windows 7 after a few updates) was the last usable update for me. The only reason I keep a Windows 10 license is for the occasional gaming session on a custom build pc. Some commenters report heavy dark patterns when trying to create a local account, but the experience is somewhat less burdensome on the “Pro” edition of Windows 10. If I recall correctly, I was immediately given the option to choose between an “online” vs “local” account after install. I opted for the local account and then immediately disabled all of the telemetry. I have to recheck telemetry settings after updating to make sure they haven’t sneakily re-enabled it. I recall at least one time the existing settings were still disabled but they added a new telemetry setting which was enabled by default after an update.