Tablet

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Definition

A portable computer with a touchscreen interface, larger than a smartphone but smaller than a laptop. Like a digital notebook that you can carry anywhere.

Real-World Example

iPads and Android tablets are used for reading, watching videos, drawing, and light computing tasks with touch controls.

Cloud Provider Equivalencies

Tablet is an end-user hardware device category, not a cloud provider service. Tablets commonly access cloud services (apps, storage, virtual desktops) over the internet.

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