Windows 10: Why is my Computer suddenly starting up without a password

My computer is suddenly starting up without a password. However, when I try to contact Microsoft I am being directed to obtain community help. I have not changed any setting in my computer and so very confused as to why it would suddenly start with a different screen and without a request for me to enter my password.

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Password suddenly required to start computer

I have been using Windows 10 for over a year (OS build 14393.693) and never set up a password since the computer is in my home and I'm the only user. Suddenly, two days ago, I'm required to have a password to log on. I was able to get in using my Microsoft
account login. I've read the various suggestions from one or two years ago, such as typing "netplwiz" and unchecking the "users must enter..." box. This did not solve the problem. I do
not want to use a password or PIN. I tried a system restore, but it failed. Here are my questions:

1. Was there a recent Microsoft update that has suddenly required this login?

2. How can I revert back to not needing a password or PIN to open my computer?

3. If I have to log in with a Microsoft account password, does that mean Microsoft has access to my computer?

Thanks.

 

OK, Password problem...Mint

Linux Mint - Community
You can reset your password following the next steps:

• Reboot your computer / Turn your computer on.
• Hold down the Shift key at the start of the boot process to enable the GNU GRUB boot menu (if it does not show)
• Press ESC at the GNU GRUB prompt.
• Press e for edit.
• Use the Arrow keys to highlight the line that begins with kernel and press the e key.
• Go to the very end of the line and add rw init=/bin/bash
• Press Enter and then press b to boot your system.
• Your system will boot up to a passwordless root shell.
• Type in passwd yourusername
• Set your new password.
• Restart your system.

 

Password at computer start

Hi,



If your settings on Require Sign-In has been set to Never. You can check if the steps below will resolve your concern:

• Type netplwiz on Cortana’s search bar.
• Choose the top result to run the command.
• Remove the check mark on Users must enter a user name and password to use this computer.
• Enter your login credentials.
• Click OK to save the changes.

Don’t hesitate to give us updates on your concern.