Option 6: LTSC. My Alienware daily driver came with W11 preinstalled (they switched to 11 right around the time I ordered). I IMMEDIATELY upgraded (yes, upgraded) to W10 LTSC. No Cortana or other bullshit, fewer ‘updates’, and in-support till 2028 or something like that.
That was likely a very good choice and one that most people are not aware of. I am not much of a fan of most of Windows 11s niceties that are meant for people who never have gotten around to learning the finer points. I don't find Windows 11 to be much of a hassle, but I certainly understand your perspective.
Thank you very much for contributing!
https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/whats-new/ltsc/overview