How do I transfer my Microsoft account to Xbox Live?

To switch to a different Microsoft account:

Open the Xbox Console Companion app.
Select Settings.
Select Sign Out.
Select Sign In.
Under Use another account, select the Microsoft account that you want to sign in with.
If prompted, enter the credentials associated with that Microsoft account.

What are the benefits of using a Microsoft account?

A Microsoft account gives you access to a wide range of services and tools. These include: Productivity tools that let you create, store, and edit documents, videos, images, and other files. Social tools that let you communicate via email and chat, as well as share and collaborate on files stored online.

Which is better Microsoft account or local account?

A Microsoft Account offers many features that a local account does not, but that doesn’t mean it’s for everyone. If you don’t care about Windows Store apps, only have one computer, and don’t need access to your data anywhere but your home, then a local account will work just fine.

What is the difference between Microsoft account and Windows account?

“Microsoft account” is the new name for what used to be called a “Windows Live ID.” Your Microsoft account is the combination of an email address and a password that you use to sign in to services like Outlook.com, OneDrive, Windows Phone, or Xbox LIVE. The grouping is not “Microsoft account vs. Administrator account”.

Why do I have to sign in to Microsoft account?

Logging in with your online profile for Microsoft would then also log you into all of the online services, such as OneDrive for cloud storage, Skype for messaging, and email through outlook.com or Hotmail. Other services, such as weather, could sync your favorites across devices.

How do I bypass sign in on Windows 10?

Way 1: Skip Windows 10 login screen with netplwiz

Press Win + R to open Run box, and enter “netplwiz”. Click OK to open User Accounts dialog.
Uncheck “User must enter a user name and password to use the computer”.
Click Apply and if there is pop-up dialog, please confirm the user account and enter its password.