Trying to learn my way around the iPad, it came as an accessory with our new Cadillac. Have never owned an Apple product before but I know my way around a PC pretty good. So it really made me take a step back and realize they are not the same at all. I find the Apple platform very confusing and restrictive.But I am going to stick with it and learn how to use the iPad.

Yes, the iPad is not a PC. But the good news is that it is very simple to learn and use, but you have to be willing to do things its way rather how how you think they would be done. For one thing, iOS is not file centric and windows / PC users typically struggle with that. Embrace the new, resistance is futile.

Hi and welcome to the Forum!

The info below should see you well on your way!

The IPad Forum is a community of members from all walks of life and from all over the world coming together to share our experiences and to help each other learn about this wonderful piece of technology the Ipad. There is a wealth of information already here in the many threads we have so doing some searches will answer most of the questions you have. If then you cannot find the answer you are seeking then by all means post your question. There are many friendly and informed members here only too willing to help you.

We also have our own App - It is a very simple app to navigate.
http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/discu...412896524?mt=8
Reading the IPad manual is a great place to start so please download a copy of these.
http://www.support.apple.com/manuals/ipad/
3 very informative threads from which you will learn many tips and shortcuts for the IPad.
http://www.ipadforums.net/ipad-gener...dont-know.html
iOS5 Tips and Tricks
Easy pictorial shortcuts & Helpful places. - For People new to the iPad.
We have rules like any Community so please read these also
Forum rules - everybody please read!!

Once again we welcome you here and are so pleased you have joined us!

Hello and welcome to the forum!