You are not alone in that option. I think of my iPad as a notebook/desktop elimination device for 99% of daily computing activities.
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I had built my hardware with high-end components similar to the components in Apple hardware (when they used intel). Since upgrading from Windows to macOS twelve years ago, I have yet to need to perform any of the kind of maintenance tasks that I needed to perform to keep Windows running well. If you prefer to use Windows, then you can by all means use Windows. I have noticed that Windows ran more reliably once I ported it to a virtual machine on Macintosh.
In your previous comment, you mentioned, "Microsoft's vision is to enforce the desktop metaphor across all devices, which simply doesn't work." But what about Apple's approach with the iPad? I'm not convinced it works. The Surface Pro, as a desktop alternative, offers numerous benefits: superior multitasking, support for dual monitors, multi-user capabilities, a full desktop operating system, and applications. Additionally, it can be connected to the Surface Dock for an expansive desktop experience. While you may manage to use an iPad as a desktop substitute, it often falls short. In contrast, the Surface Pro stands out as a more suitable choice for a desktop replacement.
Windows 8 hit the market 12 years ago, and since then, Windows has seen significant improvements. Now, neither my customers nor I need to perform any maintenance tasks beyond the monthly updates. From what I've observed, my Windows PC is just as dependable as my MacBook Air.
I always love it when I see those BSODs on Windows computers used as displays and am glad that I no longer see those. I am glad that I upgraded from Windows to Macintosh so that I could pay less for a more powerful computer.
Nope, the iPad is a better replacement for both desktop and notebook computers. Of course you could purchase cheaper Windows computers than the iPad, but then you have to replace them more often and they still are stuck with Windows.
Most BSOD's are hardware related. Maybe you should try better devices. If you want a reliable Windows experience, you should try Lenovo. ThinkPads are very popular in enterprises for their durability. They even pass DMIL-STD 810G standards.
https://www.lenovo.com/us/en/thinkpad-milspec/
If you want a workstation, check out the Lenovo ThinkStation. Dreamworks use this workstations for their animations. If it works work them, it will work for you.
Lenovo Becomes the Preferred Workstation Innovation Partner for DreamWorks Animation - Lenovo StoryHub
DreamWorks Animation will use Lenovo's high-performance ThinkStation and ThinkPad P Series workstations to accelerate their most challenging workflows.
news.lenovo.com
I'm sure you will see far less BSOD's (maybe none) with high quality devices.
The iPad can't be a better replacement when it has a poor multitasking experience, poor multimonitor support, lack of multiple profiles and no desktop optimized apps. The Surface Pro is a far superior device when it's being used as a laptop / desktop replacement.
Regarding cheap Windows devices, you can read my previous response.
It is absolutely a complete and better replacement. It is only your opinion (and maybe a few other insignificant people) that is has poor multitasking and multi-monitor support. There is no need for multiple profiles on a personal computer. There are several desktop equivalent applications (Pages, Numbers, and Keynote are the best). So cheap Windows computers are still more expensive and not worth the time and effort to purchase one of the immediately out of date crap devices.
I never had BSODs myself because I built my computers, not using cheap Chinese garbage like Lenovo. The iPad makes a much better computer than what Lenovo makes and is capable of 38 trillion operations per second.Most BSOD's are hardware related. Maybe you should try better devices. If you want a reliable Windows experience, you should try Lenovo. ThinkPads are very popular in enterprises for their durability. They even pass DMIL-STD 810G standards.
https://www.lenovo.com/us/en/thinkpad-milspec/
If you want a workstation, check out the Lenovo ThinkStation. Dreamworks use this workstations for their animations. If it works work them, it will work for you.
Lenovo Becomes the Preferred Workstation Innovation Partner for DreamWorks Animation - Lenovo StoryHub
DreamWorks Animation will use Lenovo's high-performance ThinkStation and ThinkPad P Series workstations to accelerate their most challenging workflows.
I'm sure you will see far less BSOD's (maybe none) with high quality devices.
It's not my opinion, but a fact. Windows and macOS are miles better in these two areas.
In my case, it is. And I don't think I'm alone in this. Same for business and enterprises.
They are good, but not the best. MS Office is far better, especially for work related tasks, considering the ecosystem around MS 365.
Agree with you, cheap Windows devices are terrible.
It looks like DreamWorks has a different PoV about Lenovo PC's. I think I'll trust them more than you.
The ThinkPad T14s, the Dell Optiplex and the HP Elitebook with Snapdragon X are capable of 45 TOPS. Is suppose that means it's better than the iPad, right?
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