What is account lockout duration?

Account lockout duration You can specify the time in minutes that the account can be locked out. For example, if the account locks out for two hours, the user can try again after that time. The default is no lockout. When you define the policy, the default time is 30 minutes. The setting can be from 0 to 99,999.

Is my Google account the same as my Microsoft account?

Gmail or google mail and microsoft account are two completely different services for the same purpose. So when comparing a google account to a microsoft account they both have very different purposes as an android phone will need a google account while an windows phone or laptop will need a microsoft account.

Is Microsoft account the same as Apple ID?

Microsoft has the Microsoft Account, for example, and Apple has Apple ID. Apple has that too with its Apple ID, and it is similar to a Microsoft Account but not necessarily the same thing.

Why do I need a Microsoft account to sign into Skype?

A Microsoft account is what you use to access many Microsoft devices and services. It’s the account that you use to sign in to Skype, Outlook.com, OneDrive, Windows Phone, and Xbox LIVE – and it means your files, photos, contacts and settings can follow you securely to any device.

Can I use Skype without a mobile number?

To create a new Skype account you don’t need to pay anything as communication between Skype users are free. It doesn’t allow me to create a skype account without giving it a phone number in the first place.

Can I delete my Skype account and create a new one?

If you haven’t updated or migrated the Skype account you want to delete to a Microsoft account, then you will need to go through it before deleting the account. You may use a different Microsoft account (Dummy email address) if you don’t want your Microsoft account to be deleted.

Can I make a new Microsoft account with the same email?

Replies (1)  The username for a Microsoft Account is unique, so you can’t have more than one account with the same email address as username.

Is it possible to have two Skype accounts?

While it’s not possible to run more than one instance of Skype on the same device at the same time, there are still a few ways you can access more than one account at a time: Use multiple devices: Sign into your work account on your PC, and your personal account on your phone for example.