It sounds like it will, actually, deny access if you aren't connected. This is for Windows 11 Home, not Pro.
Also, as for legal actions, strongly doubt it. Apple has required an Apple ID on their iPhones and iPads for years during setup.
Also, as for legal actions, strongly doubt it. Apple has required an Apple ID on their iPhones and iPads for years during setup.
No they haven't. The setup process encourages using an Apple ID, but it has never been required.