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Windows XP Tablet PC Edition review

7.2

Editors' Rating

Very Good

7.2

Members' Rating

Very Good

Typical price:Free

Verdict

Windows XP Tablet PC Edition makes tablet PCs easier to use, but the whole package isn't ready to replace your primary PC... Read Full Review.

Pros

  • Supports OS-wide handwriting and third-party, handwriting-friendly applications
  • Excellent handwriting recognition
  • Includes Journal application for easy note-taking
  • New Windows control panel simplifies setup.

Cons

  • Agonisingly slow and often inaccurate text input recognition
  • Interface lacks a way to minimise all windows or switch easily among applications.

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Member Opinion

7.2

Average Member Rating

Very Good

3 Members have reviewed this product

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Anonymous

Anonymous

poorly suited to office environments

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7.0

Very Good


Anonymous

Anonymous

Incorrect info on article

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10

Perfect


Anonymous

Anonymous

Neat idea - but no replacement for the laptop.

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4.5

Mediocre


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Featured Talkback

So if you upgrade to XP SP3 you can't uninstall Internet Explorer, I'm quite sure I'm having a Deja-vu feeling about MS preventing people from uninstalling Internet Explorer in other Windows products.

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