Q: Why is my computer slow when it first starts up and then runs more smoothly after it has been on for a while? Do computers have to warm up? A: I like the thought of warming up a computer like you ...

A major change is coming to Windows that neither individual users nor IT admins can ignore. Here’s how to prepare.

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