Thread: iPad What will iPad do for e-books?
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Old 01-28-2010, 03:10 PM   #124
jswinden
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Originally Posted by John Bailey View Post
Nothing.

It's a netbook with a slower processor and no keyboard.
It's no netbook.
  • Netbooks run full a OS. The iPad runs a stripped down version of the Mac OS that only allows for Safari-based apps to run.
  • Netbooks have useful ports (USB, flash card reader, monitor port), I didn't notice any of these on the iPad. Forget about using iPad for presentations unless Apple sells an expensive add-on.
  • Netbooks don't restrict which apps you install, the iPad allows only Apple approved apps.
  • Netbooks can run multiple apps similtaneously, the iPad can't.
  • Netbooks usually have a webcam, I didn't notice one on the iPad.
  • Netbooks can be used by professionals to get their jobs done, I serious doubt the iPad will be very useful at the office or home office.
  • Netbooks can exchange universal file types with other computers, but don't expect a true file system with the iPad.
  • Netbooks are full blown computers, iPads are just larger iPod touches that look pretty.
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