To Create a New Microsoft Account, where on your Windows 8 Computer will you Need to Go??

Create a User Account in Windows

Swipe in from the right edge of the screen, tap Settings, and then tap Change PC settings.
Tap or click Accounts, and then tap or click Other accounts.
Tap or click Add an account.
Enter the account info for this person to sign in to Windows.

Does Windows 8 Require a Microsoft Account?

When you install or upgrade to Windows 8.1, youll be forced to create a Microsoft account or use an existing Windows Live account to log on your computer. There is no option to setup a local account during the installation. Microsoft account is now the preferred signin type since Windows 8.

How can I Create a Microsoft Account?

Go to login.live.com. Locate and select Sign up now.
The sign up form will appear.
Review the Microsoft Services Agreement and privacy statement, then click Create account.
Your Microsoft account is now created, and the account settings page will appear.

Why do we Need to Create Microsoft Account in Windows 8?

Answer: Windows 8 introduced the construct of logging into Windows with a Microsoft Account. It also allowed you to optionally sync your computer layout across devices, so your desktop wallpaper , theme, and even your Start Screen layout could all by synchronized across any Windows device you logged into.

How do I Add Another Microsoft Account to my Computer?

Select Start > Settings > Accounts > Family & other users.
Under Other users > Add other user, select Add account.
Enter that person's Microsoft account information and follow the prompts.