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</html>";s:4:"text";s:40709:"Certain apps only available through Microsoft Store app in Windows 11. You can use the new OS with a local account, but some trickery may be required. 4 Uaktualnienie do systemu Windows 11 jest dostpne dla kwalifikujcych si komputerw, ktre speniaj minimalne wymagania dotyczce urzdze. 3. There should be a local account option for the Home version like in Windows 10. Select Sign in with a Microsoft account instead. Thankfully, my lab (tinker) machine is still on 10 pro. They have access to your telemetry data and can monetize your usage of your devices. Hit Shift + F10. 3 Microsoft 365 subscription sold separately. Select the USB drive from the menu in Rufus if it's not already selected. If you want to do this easily for LAN, go to Settings and Network and use the Troubleshooting options to re-enable it, or else go to Device Manager and enable the device.   You should contact Microsoft, ram shouldn't cause that to happen. 3. If Windows Media Player stopped working correctly after the latest updates from Windows Update, verify that the updates are the problem by using System Restore. I understand that you are looking into changing to a different Microsoft account in Windows 11. It is a new feature in Rufus 3.19. Visit our corporate site (opens in new tab).  Windows 10  1803  4   Windows 10     If you are just installing Windows in a virtual machine, you can create an ISO file instead of writing directly to a Flash drive, but we'll assume you're not doing that here. But ads help us keep the lights on. So its another service to monitor for security breaches and quite frankly its just another service you have to manage.  Windows 11  Microsoft Store  3 Microsoft 365  4 Windows 11   On Windows 11 Pro, if your computer has Windows 11 version 22H2, you'll be asked if you plan to use the computer for personal or work use, and if you choose personal use, you'll also need to sign in with a Microsoft account. Switch your Windows 10 device to a local account (microsoft.com) Once you have switched to local account, please follow the next steps . How to use Microsoft Edge to save money and time shopping on Black Friday 2022, Build an excellent 1440p gaming PC for under $800 with these Cyber Monday deals. D. Chat - Get a new conversation started. This new version can let you bypass Windows 11 22H2 Microsoft account during the setup progress. Changing the primary email address on Microsoft account and your computer are not different on Windows 11/10 PC. I link to my microsoft account after I get set up, but I always force the local account on setup so I can use the home folder name of my choice. I want to switch it to my personal account so I can use   Kindly check and try the below and see how it goes. When it's done, you will have a bootable Flash drive. From product updates to hot topics, hear from the Azure experts. Some Windows 11 features will require an internet connection. Profile - Displays your profile picture and name.                 . How to Get Windows 11 or Windows 10 for Free (or Under $20), How to Overclock Your CPU: Get the Most MHz from Your Processor, Petoi Bittle Robot Dog: Its More Than a Pet Toy, Its a Robotics Primer for Young Enthusiasts. First, download the latest version of Rufus on your Windows device. Microsoft has been increasingly pushing Windows users to use a Microsoft Account since Windows 10, and this new change to Windows 11 Pro wont sit well with many hoping to avoid Microsofts data and telemetry gathering in Windows. Microsoft Edge Microsoft .  This new version can let you bypass Windows 11 22H2 Microsoft account during the setup progress. Internet service fees may apply. When setting up your PC for the first time, you'll have to connect to the internet, which then allows you to sign with your Microsoft account. 3 Subskrypcja usugi Microsoft 365 jest dostpna do nabycia osobno. Future US, Inc. Full 7th Floor, 130 West 42nd Street, Granted. There is a difference between requiring one for features and requiring a user to set it up as a sign in. Select your  To do this: Select the Start button, and then type system restore. The best option in most cases, though, is for everyone who uses your PC to have a Microsoft account. Even if you set up your computer with a Microsoft account initially, you can still switch to a local account whenever you want. Both accounts are administrator accounts. Microsoft 365 work accounts are not Microsoft accounts, so they can't be added during the setup process. Windows 11 Home edition requires internet connectivity and a. Upgrade timing may vary by device.  Chat in Windows 11 makes it easy to stay connected with your friends and family with just one click. There is no installation process, but you may be asked to confirm permissions by Windows User Account control. Same thing they pulled with xbox one.. not allowing local account..dumb. Note that this drive will be completely erased during the process and it must be at least 8GB.  Will they finally allow me to sign in to Windows Home with a Work or School account? Hit back.  Type ipconfig /release and hit Enter to disable Internet. The ability to avoid this is the only reason why I just bought a new Windows Laptop. And all the ChromeOS devices I've used required some form of sign-in to really use them.  It's unclear if you'll be able to set up a device with a Microsoft account and then switch over to a local account.                                                 
 However since it's an alias I can't add it as a 2nd MS account, nothing happens after signing in to add it, I assume because it knows it's the same account. I was looking for a way to change the password for the other user (non-Microsoft account) but could find no option to do so.  Sign up for Verge Deals to get deals on products we've tested sent to your inbox daily. Maintain only a local account on your Windows 11 PC. Windows Media Player 12 Play a CD or DVD in Windows Media Player Burn and rip CDs Codecs: frequently asked questions. 3 Subskrypcja usugi Microsoft 365 jest dostpna do nabycia osobno. Whichever you choose, thanks!  D. Chat - Get a new conversation started. 1. When you get into Windows, you may have to reconnect manually. Both accounts are administrator accounts.  I understand this as, if you want 5GB for free then you need an account, but NOT you need an account to USE the OS. A recent preview build of Windows 11 makes an unwelcome change: it mandates a Microsoft account when installing even Windows 11 Professional. (Image credit: Tom's Hardware) 2.  To see search highlights in Windows 11, simply click or tap on the Search icon on your taskbar. We explain how to perform this process in our how to down a Windows 11 ISO file article. Let me ask you what is the benefit to even have a Microsoft Account?  Features and app availability may vary by region. Since its a portable tool, you need to run the Rufus executable file to use it. Confirm that you want to sign out of your Microsoft account, and verify your identity. B. Hit the back arrow at the top. Profile - Displays your profile picture and name. That includes apps like Netflix and Spotify, due to the wide range of content available there.  I'm not sure the internet requirement thing is that big of a deal for an update you have to download to begin with. Go through the first few screens for language options and such. However, it's not all to everyone's taste, and one thing you might not like is that Microsoft wants you to use Windows 11 with your Microsoft account, which hooks into other Microsoft services. 7.  Single sign on with your data at your fingertips on any device anywhere in the world. Heres how to install Windows 11 without Microsoft Account via Rufus.  At one point, if you have Windows 11 Home, you'll have to connect to the internet, and then you'll be asked to login with your Microsoft account.                                                     
 Rufus has been updated to version 3.19.  There was a problem. Though Microsoft accounts are free, there are many reasons why you would want to install Windows 11 without one. This could mean that later uses of Windows 11 don't require a Microsoft account, but that's not certain. Windows 11 22H2 apparently removes the option to set up the device with a local account even when your installation edition is Windows 11 Pro. I have no need for one drive and if I want to send data from my phone to my computer, I can either use a different cloud storage service or i can use a USB cable, remember them? It also lets you sync your settings across devices. Yes, you read that right. On previous versions of Windows, you could choose to use a local account rather than a Microsoft account. This is less surprising but may disappoint people. Changing the primary email address on Microsoft account and your computer are not different on Windows 11/10 PC.  Maybe you want to use a local account because you are installing Windows 11 on a child's PC or on a PC that you plan to sell, give to a friend or donate to a charity. Heres why you can trust us.                                                          Windows 11,  Windows 11  Windows  Windows  Microsoft 
 Readers like you help support XDA Developers. The biggest gain is you get to control the name of your home folder. C. Meet - Start a new audio or video call and invite others or Schedule a meeting. Windows11 ,  Windows11  Windows11  Windows
  But now there is a new way to bypass Microsoft account Windows 11 22H2 setup.                                                  
 Enter no@thankyou.com as the email address and click Next when Windows 11 setup prompts you to log into your Microsoft account. I know right?! First, download the latest version of Rufus on your Windows device. If your computer doesn't have an easy way to disconnect from the internet, the alternative is to use Command Prompt, which can be summoned during the setup process. Once you do that, you'll be able to create a local account instead and proceed with the process.  Windows 10 allowed one to do this (I think). Another method, which works even with Windows 22H2, involves confusing Windows by entering an email address that, apparently, has been used too many times. With a Microsoft account, you can access your apps, files, and Microsoft services across your devices. Select Sign in with a Microsoft account instead.   Windows OS     ,  ,         . Of course, theres a way to disable the internet connection requirement as well, but the process is complicated as it requires you to edit the OS files. To see search highlights in Windows 11, simply click or tap on the Search icon on your taskbar. New PCs to be Apple Mac Minis with their SoC. Enter a username you want to use for your local account and click Next. Niektre aplikacje s dostpne wycznie w aplikacji Microsoft Store w systemie Windows 11. 2. Start the OOBE and make sure you have an Internet connection (I havent found a way around this part yet). Here's how to make a Windows 11 install disk that will let you disconnect from the Internet during setup so you can create a local account instead of using a Microsoft one. WebCertain apps only available through Microsoft Store app in Windows 11. netsh interface set interface name=Ethernet admin=DISABLED <Enter>. Give feedback - Give your feedback to help us deliver a great product. I ran into this recently trying to rebuild a laptop for my brother. In addition, you can also use Rufus 3.19 to bypass the Windows 11 requirements.  I was looking for a way to change the password for the other user (non-Microsoft account) but could find no option to do so. If you want to add your account back, you can always go into the account settings mentioned above and sign in again. Click the Start button, then select Settings icon > Accounts > Your info.    Setting up Windows 11 without a Microsoft account, Windows 11 version 22H2: File Explorer changes, Windows 11 version 22H2: Start Menu folders. Yes, you read that right. We shouldn't need a workaround to avoid using a Microsoft account or a $60 more expensive version of Windows. It is hardly particularly convenient for the user, but this appears to be the simplest workaround. Since its a portable tool, you need to run the Rufus executable file to use it. 1. Heres how to install Windows 11 without Microsoft Account via Rufus. I literally just had this issue with a laptop we bought with Windows 11 Home by accident. Download the Windows 11 ISO file for Windows 11 22H2 (build 22621.169 or higher). Get the latest Azure news, updates, and announcements from the Azure blog. Google Pixel 7 Pro vs iPhone 14 Pro Max: Google's most polished flagship takes on Apple's most powerful phone, Nvidia Shield Experience 9.1.1 brings a new power control option, bug fixes, and more improvements. The Microsoft person responding doesn't understand your question. Log In | Move on to site. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. A recent preview build of Windows 11 makes an unwelcome change: it mandates a Microsoft account when installing even Windows 11 Professional. No issues with hardware changes there and it is on a local account as well. You CAN skip the Microsoft Account settings in Windows 11 Home Out-of-Box Experience (OOBE).  Windows Media Player 12 Play a CD or DVD in Windows Media Player Burn and rip CDs Codecs: frequently asked questions.  Profile - Displays your profile picture and name. I was looking for a way to change the password for the other user (non-Microsoft account) but could find no option to do so. Is this really something to fall out of your chair over? Internet access required. Here's what you can do if you don't want to use one.   Windows Central is supported by its audience. 4 Windows 11 upgrade is available for eligible PCs that meet minimum device specifications.  If needed, the local user account can have administrator permissions; however, it's better to just create a local user account whenever possible. Thank you for signing up to Tom's Hardware. I struggle to find real benefits but can think of a few negatives.  Windows 10  1803  4   Windows 10     Plus, Microsoft is still supporting Windows 10 for another four years. This allows you to buy apps and movies from the Microsoft Store, for example. The latest Rufus pre-release version 3.19 Beta adds a bypass for Windows 11 22H2 Microsoft Account (MSA) requirement. Starting with Windows 11 version 22H2, Microsoft wants to link the OS installation to your Microsoft account. On Apple products, the process isnt mandatory and it is possible to set up your iPhone without creating an Apple ID, but certain apps or services like App Store may not work properly. However, the upcoming (and currently in preview) build 22H2 is wise to this trick and blocks it, demanding that you reconnect to the Internet before continuing.  With a Microsoft account, you can access your apps, files, and Microsoft services across your devices. If needed, the local user account can have administrator permissions; however, it's better to just create a local user account whenever possible.  6. A recent preview build of Windows 11 makes an unwelcome change: it mandates a Microsoft account when installing even Windows 11 Professional. Search on the taskbar showing an updated experience for Earth Day. This Dell XPS 13 Plus is $500 off, but only while this FLASH deal lasts, Lenovo just knocked more than $2,300 off of ThinkPad X1 Yoga in Cyber Monday doorbuster deal, Best Cyber Monday racing wheel and flight sim yoke deals for Xbox and PC, The stupidly light LG Gram 16 2-in-1 is under $1,000 for Cyber Monday. Anyways, when I first rebuilt it with a new drive to test it, I got the account setup. 8. WebNiektre aplikacje s dostpne wycznie w aplikacji Microsoft Store w systemie Windows 11.  The work email I had is set up as admin on the computer. WebWindows 11     .  4 Uaktualnienie do systemu Windows 11 jest dostpne dla kwalifikujcych si komputerw, ktre speniaj minimalne wymagania dotyczce urzdze. All Rights Reserved, By submitting your email, you agree to our. The work email I had is set up as admin on the computer.  Internet service fees may apply. It won't let you setup a local account or join to work.  Please refer to the link given below to switch to a local account.  Staying on 10 as long as I can. Check out our deep dives into some of the new and updated apps included with the new OS below: I've been covering the tech world since 2018, and I love computers, phones, and - above all that - Nintendo videogames, which I'm always happy to talk about. Or, if you don't want an account, you can put Thurrott.com in your ad-blocker's whitelist.  The Microsoft person responding doesn't understand your question. But not everyone wants or needs an account.  Enter no@thankyou.com as the email address and click Next when Windows 11 setup prompts you to log into your Microsoft account. Find out more about our cookie policy here. I understand that you are looking into changing to a different Microsoft account in Windows 11. Internet service fees may apply.  Windows Central is part of Future US Inc, an international media group and leading digital publisher. Click the back arrow in the upper left corner of the screen.  Thank you for signing up to Windows Central. We traditionally haven't.. Why start now. I have a non-outlook.com microsoft account, I did have to create an outlook account a few years ago, adding it as an alias with my microsoft account, to be able to sync the calendar to Google.  It wasn't always easy to find that option, but it was there. The official Windows 11 requirements have made headlines due to their inclusion of TPM 2.0 as a requirement (TPM 2.0 is a soft floor requirement while TPM 1.2 is a hard floor requirement (opens in new tab)). 1. Windows 11 Home edition requires internet connectivity and a Microsoft account (opens in new tab) to complete device setup on first use. We shouldn't need a workaround to avoid using a Microsoft account or a $60 more expensive version of Windows. BS for sure. This worked for us, but Microsoft could get wise to it. SSD Prices Crash to All-Time Lows for Cyber Monday, Deals Abound (Updated), CPU Benchmarks and Hierarchy 2022: Processor Ranking Charts, Best Cyber Monday Deals on PC Hardware: CPUs, GPUs, SSDs and More. With his technical knowledge and passion for testing, Avram developed many real-world benchmarks, including our laptop battery test. Tom's Hardware is supported by its audience. Features and app availability may vary by region.                                                     
 No Microsoft Account remove option in Windows 11 Question 1196  Windows 11 22000.71 Windows Insider Dev Build, Intel Core i3 7100 2 core 4 thread 3.91 GHz CPU, TPM 2.0, Secure boot enabled, UEFI Boot type with GPT system  By default, you must have (or create) a Microsoft account in order to install Windows 11 Home (and versions of Pro that are build 22H2 and up).  2022 Vox Media, LLC. Rufus will take a few minutes to copy files to the USB Flash drive. Microsoft added this MSA criteria last month with one of the Insider builds. Chat in Windows 11 makes it easy to stay connected with your friends and family with just one click.  Click OK if warned that Rufus will destroy all data on the USB Flash drive. Click Start at the bottom of the Rufus window.   If Windows Media Player stopped working correctly after the latest updates from Windows Update, verify that the updates are the problem by using System Restore. It's unclear if you'll be able to switch to a local account after initial setup. Microsoft account (MSA) required for free 5GB storage; additional storage available separately at an additional cost or with a Microsoft 365 subscription."                                                 
 Toggle "Remove requirement for an online Microsoft account" to on and click OK. You may also want to toggle on the other options, which include Removing the Secure Boot / TPM 2.0, RAM and Storage requirements. Now's the time to cut off the Internet. I don't need an experience. Please refresh the page and try again. 4. With the new Rufus beta release 3.19, you can create a bootable Windows 11 installer that disables the Microsoft account requirement at setup. Please refer to the link given below to switch to a local account. If you have Windows 11 22H2, you'll need to prepare your install disk using Rufus, a process we document further down this page. Niektre aplikacje s dostpne wycznie w aplikacji Microsoft Store w systemie Windows 11.  Windows 11  Microsoft Store  3 Microsoft 365  4 Windows 11    Upgrade timing may vary by device. Microsoft says its planning to update Windows 11 Pro so it will require an internet connection and a Microsoft Account during the initial setup phase. It is a new feature in Rufus 3.19. Give feedback - Give your feedback to help us deliver a great product. According to Satya statements about openness, this seems quite restrictive. Tom's Hardware is part of Future US Inc, an international media group and leading digital publisher.  New York, You can also leave this field blank and have no password, but that's not recommended.   But my Microsoft account (and this email address) do not have a password as they are protected by 2FA, so I am unable to complete the sign-out as  2. Then you'll need to set up your local account. However, for my new pc, the account is displaying as Password Protected, and each time I attempt to switch to a local account, Windows 11 is asking me to verify my user account by password.  If you have another edition of Windows, or if you're setting up Windows 11 Pro for work or school use, you won't need to do any of this. 1. I have a non-outlook.com microsoft account, I did have to create an outlook account a few years ago, adding it as an alias with my microsoft account, to be able to sync the calendar to Google. This is the case only if you choose to set up the device for personal use.                                                 
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 Web Windows 10  1803  4   Windows 10     Windows 11 - User Account Management My computer has two users - one with a Microsoft account and one without. This has been tested on 2 WiFi computers and one Ethernet-connected VM.  If Windows Media Player stopped working correctly after the latest updates from Windows Update, verify that the updates are the problem by using System Restore. 3 Subskrypcja usugi Microsoft 365 jest dostpna do nabycia osobno. Otherwise, when you follow the steps above, you'll get a message saying "Oops, you've lost your internet connection" and demanding you get back online to continue the install. Complete the rest of the install process as you normally would. 2. If you've already downloaded and created a Windows 11 boot disk with Rufus or otherwise, follow these steps to set up without a Microsoft account. For example, Google has always forced Google accounts on Android phones with Play services. If you have a news tip or an app to review, hit him up atsean.endicott@futurenet.com (opens in new tab). Since its a portable tool, you need to run the Rufus executable file to use it. I was able to get around the MS account by installing win 10 pro first with a local account , then updating to 11 pro. A screen appears saying "Who's going to use this device?" 2. With Windows 11, that won't be the case. Internet Explorer 11  2022  6  15   Internet Explorer 11 Microsoft Edge  Internet Explorer   If youre on wireless, use this command: netsh wlan disconnect <Enter>. Features and app availability may vary by region. If you have a physical connection you can always pull the plug, but it's easier to just use a command to turn off your PC's Internet until the next time it reboots, which it will as part of the setup process anyway. For WLAN, just use the regular wireless icon beside the clock. The Home for Tech Enthusiasts: News, Reviews & Analysis, I dont understand the anti apple App Store movement, Witch is better for headphone surround sound, From the Editors Desk for Monday, November 28. Found online where they mention hitting Shift+F10 but then enter "oobe\bypassnro" at the command prompt. I'm not one of the people that would want to bypass this requirement, however I can understand why some people might want to. A command prompt appears. Sorry, but hell no. Upgrade timing may vary by device. NY 10036. Windows 11 22H2 apparently removes the option to set up the device with a local account even when your installation edition is Windows 11 Pro. 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Setting up Windows 11 without a Microsoft account. BUT, I pulled to sticks of ram out for testing and boom, local account gone. Or perhaps you just like your privacy and don't want to create an account with Microsoft in the first place. E. Features and app availability may vary by region.  However since it's an alias I can't add it as a 2nd MS account, nothing happens after signing in to add it, I assume because it knows it's the same account.   B. Windows 11 is getting new touch gestures, Start menu folders, and much more, Windows 11 is getting the Xbox HDR calibration app and better windowed gaming, Windows 11s first big update arrives with Android apps, taskbar changes, and more, A first look at Microsofts new Windows 11 Android apps support, Meta is testing a way to mint and sell NFTs on Instagram, Elon Musk could enable Twitters edit button for everyone. Sure.. we tolerate this for access to the web but should we tolerate this for access to the device itself? To do this, open the Settings app, then go to the Accounts section. 3 Microsoft 365 subscription sold separately.  I get the privacy concerns here, but can't you set up a dummy Microsoft account as needed? On the other hand, an internet connection is mandatory on Windows 11.                 . 4 Windows 11 upgrade is available for eligible PCs that meet minimum device specifications. Find the name of the Ethernet adapter and substitute it in the command below where it says Ethernet.                                                 
 Either I buy another key, or sign in to MS account and say "I changed hardware." 5. Windows 11 Home edition requires internet connectivity and a Microsoft account (opens in new tab) to complete device setup on first use. We shouldn't need a workaround to avoid using a Microsoft account or a $60 more expensive version of Windows. When you get to the license agreement page mentioned above, press Shift + F10 to open Command Prompt. Features and app availability may vary by region. Alternatively, if you connected via Ethernet, simply disconnect the Ethernet cable from your computer. If you don't see a license agreement and you're going straight to the sign-in page, you can still follow these steps and then click the back button in the top left to use a local account. But not everyone wants or needs an account.  Windows 11     . It is a new feature in Rufus 3.19.  To see search highlights in Windows 11, simply click or tap on the Search icon on your taskbar. To turn the question around. Windows 11     . There's a simple trick for using a local account that works on current builds of Windows and involves cutting off Internet at just the right time in the setup process. This has been tested on 2 WiFi computers and one Ethernet-connected VM. They have plenty of telemetry data on you through your online session. Microsoft announced Windows 11 this week, and everyone is rushing around to see if their PC will be able to run the new operating system. The best option in most cases, though, is for everyone who uses your PC to have a Microsoft account. That page doesn't mention local accounts at all, but it does say that you'll need "a Microsoft account to complete device setup on first use" (emphasis added). When you go through the first-time setup process, you have to create your first account, connect to Wi-Fi, and so on. Perfect example of when you don't want to use your own account to setup someone else's laptop. Get the latest Azure news, updates, and announcements from the Azure blog.   You will receive a verification email shortly. 3 Microsoft 365 subscription sold separately. Already a member? Connecting to the internet is optional, and even if you do connect to the internet, you can choose not to use a Microsoft account anyway, even though Microsoft will try to push you to do it. You're not actually forced to use your Microsoft account for as long as you have your PC. Freakin' Microsoft. This is what I read on the MS site Click the Start button, then select Settings icon > Accounts > Your info. Visit our corporate site (opens in new tab). If this method words, you'll get a message saying "Oops, something went wrong.". Search on the taskbar showing an updated experience for Earth Day.  Rufus has been updated to version 3.19. Another requirement is turning heads; the fact that you need a Microsoft account to set up Windows 11 Home. Windows 11 22H2 apparently removes the option to set up the device with a local account even when your installation edition is Windows 11 Pro. You should get the same result. That is if you want it, not eveyone want to sync their devices with the online world. You can leave the field blank but it's not recommended. (Image credit: Tom's Hardware) 2. Just curious. Then you can sign into your local account from the lock screen. At this point, you can disconnect from the internet in a couple of ways.  7. It goes without saying that there are benefits of setting up Windows with your Microsoft account, especially if youre heavily invested in Microsofts ecosystem. A Microsoft account is required for some features. The advantages include access to services like Xbox, Your Phone, OneDrive, syncing your settings automatically across different devices and more. Search on the taskbar showing an updated experience for Earth Day. 8. Windows 11 is a great version of Microsoft's operating system, having brought along many changes that make Windows more visually appealing and welcoming to new users. In addition, you can also use Rufus 3.19 to bypass the Windows 11 requirements. Setting up Windows 11 without a Microsoft account.  Changing the primary email address on Microsoft account and your computer are not different on Windows 11/10 PC. B. Get the latest Azure news, updates, and announcements from the Azure blog. Want to use Windows 11 without a Microsoft account? Microsoft Windows 11        .                                            
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