What Can a PC Tablet Do?

Tablet PCs are lightweight and small, providing flexibility and mobility to busy professionals. Using the touch screen allows users to quickly enter information in their own handwriting and then store the information directly onto the PC.

Types

The two types of Tablet PCs include the Convertible Tablet and the Pure Tablet. The screen of a Convertible Tablet can be twisted 180 degrees and laid flat on top of the keyboard. In addition, the Keyboard is detachable. The Pure Tablet has no moving parts, and is also called a Slate.

Dimensions

Tablet PCs are about 8.5 inches by 12 inches, and the screen is about 10 inches. Pure Tablet PCs are thinner than the Convertible Tablet PCs.

Touch Screen

The touch screen is used with a special pen called a stylus. Users can write notes or data onto the screen, then save them to the computer for future use. Certain software can convert handwritten work into text.

Handheld

A Tablet PC weighs only 2 to 3 lbs and is small enough to carry around while writing onto the touch screen. Professionals on the go can write on the PC like they would a pad of paper; the data gets entered directly into the computer.

Docking Station

If the user prefers to hook up a monitor, keyboard, mouse or printer,Tablet PCs can be used with docking stations.