Tablets VS computers
Firstly what is a tablet?
Everyone is talking about tablet computers but what are they and what can they do. A tablet is a handheld all in one computer with a touch screen display. What makes the tablet different from a standard laptop or desktop is that everything you do on it is done by the touchscreen. The touch screen display makes using a tablet much more enjoyable and comfortable compared to a standard mouse and keyboard.
Benefits of having a tablet
Comfort-
Tablets are generally smaller and lighter than a laptop. This mean that they are more comfortable when using them, also because most tablets are not as power hungry they don’t suffer with overheating, this is good for prolonged use.
Battery life-
Most tablets are not as powerful and avoid running unnecessary items this means the battery life lasts much longer than a traditional laptop or netbook. Also because the battery lasts longer this will mean that you won’t be tied down to a power socket.
Portability –
Tablets are generally smaller and lighter then laptops this means that they can be stored in small bags with ease.
Connectivity-
All tablets have Wi-Fi to connect to the internet but the more expensive tablets will have built in 3G/4G connectivity so you can browse the internet on the move.
Security-
Tablets are generally safer and more secure than standard computers because they use various operating systems like Android, IOS(Apple) and RIM(Blackberry), however windows tablets are available which have the same security risks as a standard windows computer.
Downside of having a tablet
Performance-
Because the tablet is smaller then a normal computer and to ensure they keep cool the processors are usually less powerful then a standard laptop or netbook.
Software
Most tablets use their own way of downloading apps. This means that software on one device may not be available on another device.
Windows 7 tablet & Computer
The new windows 7 and 8 operating system has been designed to be used on touch screen computers such as tablets however it also can be used with a mouse and keyboard. Windows 8 runs many programs that you use on your laptop and computer so this will allow you to use them on your tablet as well.