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Why An iPad Is Better Than A Laptop – 9 Months Later

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Nearly two years ago, I purchased the first iPad. I still have it, and haven’t moved to the iPad 2 for a number of reasons. The biggest reason is that the original iPad hasn’t slowed me down at all.

Then, about nine months ago, I wrote up a few notes on why I felt an iPad is better than a laptop. Since we’re nearing the release of the iPad 3, and since I’ve heavily leaned on my iPad while traveling (a lot) over the past week, I thought it’d be a good time to find out if the iPad is indeed still better than a laptop.

After two years of use (LOTS of use, just ask my wife), I still believe the iPad is better than a laptop. In fact, my belief is so much stronger that I think laptops are going away and our use of ‘computers’ will be based on our location.

Here’s how I came to that belief.

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Get On The Web In 5 Days For $87

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Ever looked at a website and thought “Gee, I’d like to have my own spot on the web. I wish I knew how to get it all up and running.”?

Today is your lucky day!

I’ve outlined five pieces you’ll need to get started. The do-it-yourself cost is $87. For 12 months.

I’m including some example companies you can use to get up and running. You might be able to get better rates and you might not need all these pieces, but I figured it’s a good place to start.

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Revisiting The Fox Soccer 2Go iPad App

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A bit over five months ago, I was very excited to see the release of the iPad app: Fox Soccer 2Go. Hugely excited.

Then, five months ago this week, I was hugely disappointed.

So, it’s been five months. I thought I’d try the app again. I assumed after a few updates, all the little quirks and hangups would be fixed.

I assumed wrong.

Let’s back up a bit.

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How You Can Cut the Cable Cord In 5 Steps

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You love cable watching television. Who doesn’t? All those thrilling shows that help you escape your otherwise dull lives. Where would you be if you didn’t have access to cable television?

It turns out, you would be just fine. In fact, you’d probably have more time and energy to check off a few items from that ever-expanding to-do list.

We decided to shift our TV viewing habits. It wasn’t easy, and there remain a few struggles, but the fact we are no longer trapped by the monthly cable bill has given us a bit more ownership of our lives. Here’s how we did it, and how you might be able to do the same:

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