The iPad runs on the same operating system as the iPhone and uses Wi-Fi or 3G mobile data connections to browse the Internet, load and stream media, and install software. Therefore, security-wise, the iPad is the same as the iPhone. The iPad does make it easier to manage your personal data because it has a large screen that allows you to view whole Web pages, have a larger view of your e-mail, view photos and videos, organize your calendar and contacts, and a lot more.

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