Will the iPad inspire a new class of computer?

Yes, I think that the iPad will inspire a new class of computer. As Mr. Fitzer always says, "Apple is very good at selling their products!" Whatever Apple puts out it sells very well, which might be the reason for other companiew to create new and similar products. I believe competitors that model computers will adopt some of the ideas that the iPad exemplifies and will base a new model of computer from that with a couple new features. The iPad is truly a revolutionary product and definitely in my opinion, will cause competitors to copy or get more creative. The iPad better turn on a light bulb for fellow computer manufacturers or Apple will continue to leave them in the dust.