MORE: 100+ Tech Gift Ideas for Men, Women and Kids Windows users can even sign into their computers using their Microsoft Account, though it’s not mandatory. Here’s how to take your first step into the wild world of Windows, and make your Microsoft Account:

How to Create a Microsoft Account

  1. Open the Microsoft Windows Account page (opens in new tab), and select “Create a free Microsoft account.”
  2. Fill in your personal information and enter a password. Select “Get a new email address” if you want your Microsoft account to be seperate from your personal account.
  3. Enter the Captcha code to verify you’re real.
  4. Click Create account.
  5. Open your email account and select Verify. Congrats, you’ve got a Microsoft Account!

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