Microsoft is finally letting you skip updates during Windows 11 setup

Microsoft is rolling out a change that lets you skip post-installation updates during Windows 11's OOBE setup process.
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Tested: Windows 11 setup screen now finally lets you skip forced updates, and go directly to the desktop

Microsoft told Windows Latest that it's rolling out a new feature that allows you to skip forced Windows 11 updates during ...

Microsoft Announces Major Change to Windows Update in Windows 11

In addition to the Windows Insider Program changes, Microsoft is also rolling out major Windows Update changes today that’s ...
Windows Report

Microsoft Starts Rolling Out Improvements to Windows Update Experience

Microsoft rolls out Windows Update improvements with more user control, fewer restarts, and smarter update timing based on ...

Microsoft account vs. local account: How to choose and set up your pick in Windows 11

Microsoft account vs. local account: How to choose and set up your pick in Windows 11 ...
TweakTown

Microsoft once again tightens grip on Windows setup freedom

TL;DR: Microsoft's latest Windows 11 preview build enforces mandatory Microsoft account sign-in during setup, removing previous local account bypasses. This change targets power users and ...

Microsoft makes Windows 11 setup faster by letting you skip mandatory updates

Windows 11's initial setup experience is now more user-friendly and lets you reach the desktop significantly faster.
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I created a custom Windows 11 install that's faster than Microsoft's version

I rebuilt Windows 11 with speed in mind and it shows.