Ipad basics, in layman's language

Hi, this is Pete. I just got an ipad from a friend and I could hardly navigate this thing at the moment. Maybe I could use some helpful hints from
you guys.

 

1. Touch things on the screen.
2. See what they do.

 

Welcome!

Here is the User Guide (it is totally easy) if you really feel you need some instructions:
http://help.apple.com/ipad/mobile/interface/
(Open it in your iPad for a unique iPad-like experience)

This thread may also help you:
http://www.ipadforums.net/ipad-faq/3470-ipad-absolute-beginners.html

 

Welcome! The guides are great, and really... just touch stuff, it won't break