To use the Windows operating system, a user account is required. It can either be a Windows user account, or a Microsoft account.
Open the Start menu and select
.Follow the on-screen instructions.
You can also log in to the Windows operating system with a Microsoft account.
To create a Microsoft account, go to the Microsoft sign-up page at https://signup.live.com and follow the on-screen instructions.
Enjoy one-time signing in if you are using other Microsoft services, such as OneDrive, Skype, and Outlook.com.
Sync personalized settings across other Windows-based devices.