<p>Regular readers know I like using my iPad instead of a laptop whenever possible. I am regularly contacted by those wanting to get rid of the laptop and use an iPad as I do. Doing so is not for everyone, and these guidelines will help determine if the swap will work for you.iPad Air and ZAGGkeys Cover keyboard (Image: James Kendrick/ZDNet)</p><p>Ditching the laptop means the iPad must be used for everything, and that likely includes work. Using an iPad for work complicates things, and it requires giving some thought to the switch.Keep your eyes wide open</p><p>I'm always surprised when I'm contacted about swapping a laptop for the iPad, as it often seems those wanting to do so are almost determined to argue for doing so. When I respond to questions about it, many argue with me that it's perfect for them. That's not always the case.</p><p>Dropping the laptop altogether for the iPad means the tablet must handle everything you need to do.</p><p><a href="http://www.zdnet.com/how-to-ditch-a-laptop-for-the-ipad-7000026908/">Keep reading...</a></p><p>Read also:</p><p><a href="http://www.gottabemobile.com/2014/03/01/ipad-2-vs-ipad-mini-retina-what-buyers-need-to-know/">iPad 2 vs iPad Mini Retina: What Buyers Need to Know</a> (Gotta Be Mobile)</p><p><a href="http://www.latinpost.com/articles/8214/20140303/ipad-air-release-date-features-specs-tablet-to-launch-this-year-ipad-mini-3-cancelled.htm">iPad Air Release Date, Features &amp; Specs: Tablet to Launch this Year; iPad Mini ...</a> (Latin Post)</p><p><a href="http://appadvice.com/appnn/2014/03/review-outback-solo-is-the-ipad-bag-indiana-jones-would-choose">Review: Outback Solo Is The iPad Bag Indiana Jones Would Choose</a> (AppAdvice)</p><p>Explore: <a href="http://news.google.com/news/more?ncl=d9VohEj6lpB5OcMPPRAjImjMSvEcM&authuser=0&ned=us">24 additional articles.</a></p>