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Originally Posted by DawnFalcon
No, the iPad's an internet appliance. A PC is by definition general purpose, which the iPad (which is in Apple's walled garden) does not meet.
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Wow you invented a new definition for a personal computer and even under your invented definition it still makes no sense!
firstly a definition of a computer "A personal computer (PC) is any general-purpose computer whose size, capabilities, and original sales price make it useful for individuals, and which is intended to be operated directly by an end user, with no intervening computer operator."
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Personal_computer
hmm but tahts from Wikipedia, I guess maybe Collins would be better at definitions... they say:
"personal computer
(Electronics & Computer Science / Computer Science) a small inexpensive computer used in word processing, playing computer games, etc."
or maybe this one "personal computer
n. Abbr. PC
A computer built around a microprocessor for use by an individual, as in an office or at home or school."
http://www.thefreedictionary.com/personal+computer
Which as you can see would all clearly include the iPad.
Weirdly None mention 'general purpose' however lets look at your made up definition even then are you seriously suggesting the iPad isnt general purpose?
Ebooks, Web, Video, Games, office software, VNC software, Audio recorder, photo editing, email, music etc
In your invented belief that a PC is defined by being general purpose what exactly are you saying are the general purposes it must be able to do?