1. Open the Start menu and select Settings ➙ Accounts ➙ Other people.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Microsoft account
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.
With a Microsoft account, you can:
• 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.
Set up face recognition
If your computer includes a Windows Hello-compatible infrared camera, you can set up face recognition to
sign in with your face.
1. Open the Start menu and select Settings ➙ Accounts ➙ Sign-in options.
Note: If you are using a local account, the account must be password protected. Otherwise, you cannot
set face recognition.
2. Under Face Recognition, select Set up ➙ Get started.
3. Follow on-screen instructions to finish face recognition.
It is recommended that you create a PIN when prompted. A PIN can be used to sign in to Windows in cases
when face recognition does not work.
Windows user interface
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