I am hoping that the Computer #1 scenario that you listed above is still the case. I just bought a copy of Windows 11 Pro for my new build and I am not a fan of the idea of having to create a digital ID to be able to access my computer. I paid the extra $20 because I read that Win 11 Pro had an offline install option but I didn't see this thread before today that Microsoft had removed the option from Pro. Hopefully, the option is back now like you are suggesting, otherwise I will have to look into some of the useful workarounds provided in this thread. I will not be tying my computer to a digital account, I will use my win 11 DVD as a coaster and install Ubuntu before I go that route.I haven't read though all the previous 418 posts on this thread so I don't know what the consensus is... Microsoft still wants you to install Windows 11 with a Microsoft account but as of July 10, 2022 you don't have to. I just installed two Windows 11 computers using Hyper-V
Computer #1: Windows 11 Pro
I started with the network disconnected.
When it noticed the network was disconnected...
Select "I don't have internet"
Select "Continue with limited setup"
...
I was then asked to enter Name for local account user.
Computer #2: Windows 11 Home
I started with the network disconnected.
When it noticed the network was disconnected...it would not continue
I then connected the network
When it noticed the network was connected...it checked for updates
When that was done I disconnected the network again
...
I was then asked to enter Name for local account user.