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Apps Raise the iPad’s Aptitude for Real Work
iPads and other tablets are being used every day for productivity tasks once reserved for laptops. Walt Mossberg looks at apps that attempt to emulate the features of Office.
A New View on Windows
Why does opening photos on a Windows 8 machine open a picture app first?
Surface Pro: Hefty Tablet Is a Laptop Lightweight
Microsoft’s Surface Pro tablet has some of the attributes of a laptop and is capable of running full-featured Windows 8, though at a price — in dollars and pounds, says Walt Mossberg.
Can a Touchscreen Replace a Mouse?
Walt answers a reader’s question on whether certain programs running on Windows 8 machines will require using only the touchscreen.
Hardworking Tablet With PC Chops
Features of Microsoft’s Surface tablet make it better than other tablets for traditional productivity tasks.
A Laptop for Light Work
Walt answers a reader’s question on finding a laptop for email, browsing and cloud applications.
Even With a Little Polish, Chrome OS Is Still a Bit Hazy
Google redesigned its PC operating system, Chrome OS, but the new version still doesn’t shine.
Is the iPhone 4S Really 4G?
Walt answers a reader’s question on why the iPhone 4S sometimes indicates it’s on 4G.
Replacing the Ribbon
Walt answers a reader’s question on how to revert to the old menu format for Microsoft Office.
Track Changes on an iPad
Walt answers a reader’s question on whether a new Microsoft Office app for the iPad tracks changes.