Google And Android; About Tablets; Why The Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 Tablet - Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 Basic User Manual

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Google and Android

Android is Google's open source operating system and software platform. "Open
source" means that the software is free and that developers can play around with
the code and change it.
Android devices come with a range of built-in programs (called applications, or
apps) such as a web browser, email client, calendar and maps. In addition, you can
download a huge variety of apps to your tablet from the Android market, known as
Google Play. The University uses Google Apps (email, calendar, contacts and task
applications). These apps work well on Android devices.

About tablets

Tablet devices are mobile computers with a flat touch screen display. Internet
connectivity is provided via 3G or wireless access. Files such as documents,
spreadsheets and images can be transferred to and from your tablet. The device is
very portable; you can access your email, calendar and important documents..
Keep in mind, however, that tablets are primarily designed for mobility and to
display content rather than create it. When you need to create or substantially edit
large documents or use software with highly sophisticated drawing or graphics
capabilities, it is recommended that you use a desktop PC or laptop.

Why the Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 tablet?

The top-end tablets all have similar technical specifications. Our choices (in
December 2012) were based on the most useful features in an e-learning
environment. It is likely your tablet will be used for reading, highlighting and
annotating PDF files, so the pen/stylus that comes with the Samsung tablet was
appealing.
The note-taking app (S Note) gives you the ability to create free-hand notes and
draw diagrams. See page 13 for more details.
Please note that this tablet is WiFi only (not 3G), i.e. it will just connect to a local
wireless network.
At the time of writing, the tablet's operating system is Android 4.04 (Ice-cream
Sandwich). An upgrade to Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean) is imminent.
To check whether the update is available, go to the Settings, About device,
Software update, and follow the instructions on the screen.
See the following links for more information
http://www.pocket-lint.com/news/49390/samsung-galaxy-note-10-1-tab-2-
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