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Microsoft no longer permits local Windows 10 accounts if you want Consumer Extended Security Updates — support beyond EOL requires a Microsoft Account link-up even if you pay $30 (www.tomshardware.com)
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[–] somerandomperson@lemmy.dbzer0.com 7 points 3 days ago (1 children)

Passthrough your GPU into a windows VM.

[–] flux@lemmy.world 2 points 3 days ago (2 children)

Ok. This might be interesting option if the lag isnt there. Any links/guides to accomplish this? Thank you.

[–] chortle_tortle@mander.xyz 1 points 3 days ago

I used it for gaming. It had some weirdness back then, but it was on par with bare metal performance. I think it's still best done with two GPUs, with one being dedicated to the VM.