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[[File:IPad with keyboard.jpg|thumbnail|An iPad with an Apple keyboard behind it]]

[[File:IPad with keyboard.jpg|thumbnail|An iPad with an Apple keyboard behind it]]

A '''tablet computer''' (sometimes shortened to "tablet") is a self-contained mobile computer with a touch-sensitive screen.<ref>http://www.pcmag.com/encyclopedia/term/52520/tablet-computer</ref><ref>http://www.webopedia.com/TERM/T/tablet_PC.html</ref> A variety of tablet computers have been created over time, but most agree that [[Apple Inc.]] shaped the tablet market in 2010, when they released their iPad.<ref>http://www.pcmag.com/encyclopedia/term/52520/tablet-computer</ref> Most modern tablets include basic computer components, a battery, a microphone and speaker, angle sensor, accelerometer, and camera.

A '''tablet computer''' (sometimes shortened to "tablet") is a self-contained mobile computer with a touch-sensitive screen.<ref name="pcmag.com">http://www.pcmag.com/encyclopedia/term/52520/tablet-computer</ref><ref>http://www.webopedia.com/TERM/T/tablet_PC.html</ref> A variety of tablet computers have been created over time, but most agree that [[Apple Inc.]] shaped the tablet market in 2010, when they released their iPad.<ref name="pcmag.com"/> Most modern tablets include basic computer components, a battery, a microphone and speaker, angle sensor, accelerometer, and camera.

==Types==

==Types==

===Rugged===

===Rugged===

Rugged tablets are designed for workplaces and other situations where electronics might be put at risk.  These tablets are built in a sturdy frame, with shock-absorbing cases and internal mounts.  These tablet computers still offer great versatility, depending on the kind chosen.  They are often used in construction areas, site surveys, and mail delivery, where they could be dropped or struck at any time as work progresses.<ref name="ehow.com">http://www.ehow.com/list_7436158_types-tablet-pcs.html</ref>

Rugged tablets are designed for workplaces and other situations where electronics might be put at risk.  These tablets are built in a sturdy frame, with shock-absorbing cases and internal mounts.  These tablet computers still offer great versatility, depending on the kind chosen.  They are often used in construction areas, site surveys, and mail delivery, where they could be dropped or struck at any time as work progresses.<ref name="ehow.com"/>

===Gaming===

===Gaming===

===Blackberry===

===Blackberry===

[[Research in Motion]] has also released and continued to develop a system for its BlackBerry PlayBook.<ref>http://us.blackberry.com/support/tablets/playbook/get-started.html</ref>  It is a fairly secure and versatile system, although it has not become incredibly popular.<ref>http://www.cnet.com/products/blackberry-playbook</ref> However, contrary to rumor, the PlayBook is still being produced and sold, and is turning a profit.<ref>http://www.eweek.com/c/a/Desktops-and-Notebooks/RIM-Denies-BlackBerry-PlayBook-Being-Discontinued-646335</ref><ref>http://goodereader.com/blog/tablet-slates/blackberry-playbook-discontinued</ref>

[[Research in Motion]] has also released and continued to develop a system for its BlackBerry PlayBook.<ref>http://us.blackberry.com/support/tablets/playbook/get-started.html</ref>  It is a fairly secure and versatile system, although it has not become incredibly popular.<ref>https://www.cnet.com/products/blackberry-playbook</ref> However, contrary to rumor, the PlayBook is still being produced and sold, and is turning a profit.<ref>http://www.eweek.com/c/a/Desktops-and-Notebooks/RIM-Denies-BlackBerry-PlayBook-Being-Discontinued-646335</ref><ref>http://goodereader.com/blog/tablet-slates/blackberry-playbook-discontinued</ref>

===Linux===

===Linux===