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It seems that Microsoft knows what I need better than I do……….. When I turn on my computer I have to enter a PIN. Since I am the only one in my home that uses my computer, it annoys me to no end that I can not remove the pin or what ever other security MS deems necessary. I have looked and tried multiple ways to remove the pin but with no success. Do know of any way to remove my pin ? Please help … Thank You

Windows 10 Pro
Version 20H2
OS build 19042.388

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Settings|Accounts|Sign-in Settings|Require Sign-in (at bottom of page).

HTH,

Zig

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Change Your Password To A PIN, Says Microsoft

..Microsoft wants users to stop using passwords and start using PINs. Yes, you read that right…

…Microsoft is pushing for passwordless sign-in to Microsoft accounts on devices. This will be optional, by way of Settings|Accounts|Sign-in options using the new settings app that is slowly but surely replacing the old control panel. There will be an option here to “Make your device passwordless,” that Microsoft promises will improve security and provide a more seamless sign-in experience. “This will strengthen your device sign-in by switching all Microsoft accounts on your device to modern multifactor authentication with Windows Hello Face, Fingerprint, or PIN,” the Microsoft documentation states, “eliminating passwords from Windows.”..

https://www.forbes.com/sites/daveywinder/2020/04/04/next-windows-10-update-to-recommend-users-change-passwords-for-pins/#7d0b351464c6

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I also find that certain hardware is more “you need a PIN really you do” more than others.

Susan Bradley Patch Lady/Prudent patcher

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