Rejoin Windows PC to Active Directory Domain
Leaving and rejoining a Windows computer to an Active Directory (AD) domain is a common troubleshooting step, but it can lead to major headaches if not done correctly, especially in a modern hybrid environment. A common pitfall is being locked out of the machine, unable to log in with a local account because the device is still partially tied to a cloud identity like Azure AD (Microsoft Entra ID). This guide will walk you through the proper way to leave and rejoin a domain, and how to recover if you find yourself locked out. ...