Reading this CNN article by John D. Sutter, it reminds me that the iPad marks a singular event in the history of personal computing: a hot new product coupled a robust platform for app development that has no competition. When was the last time you saw that happen? There have been multiple hardware systems, OSes, languages, development frameworks, distributors, etc. in every market segment of the computer industry for over three decades. That is, until now.

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