The iPad is a fun, functional and powerful tablet computer, and iPad in easy steps is written to help you navigate your way through its myriad features.

This popular guide is updated to cover iOS 8 - the latest operating system. Learn how to:

Optimize your settings so that your new device works exactly how you want it to
Keep in touch using the iPad and have fun surfing the web, and exploring apps for photos, music, videos, games and reading
Utilize your iPad for work: get organized, sync with your main computer, get the latest news, run presentations and write documents
Explore the new family sharing features and iCloud Drive to work from anywhere
Speak to Siri to do things - no need to type!

Packed with tips and shortcuts, this primer will help you make the most of your iPad in easy steps.