It’s truly amazing how much technology has came about in the past few years. When computers were first invented, they had to have separate rooms built to contain them. Now a simple cell phone has more power and capability than those behemoths. The iPad is just one of those devices. Read these tips to get the most out of your iPad.

You can access remote servers through a VPN network. The VPN feature on an iPad can be activated by entering the network section of the settings menu. You will be able to put in a server address and then your user name. Get in touch with the network administrator if you do not know the server address.

Lots of people initially find it difficult to type on a tablet. However, you can use speech dictation as an alternative. Depress the Home button two times, then touch the microphone icon. Record yourself talking, tap the microphone button again and a transcription of your speech will appear.

You must understand how to maintain your iPad correctly. Never leave your iPad in your car or in direct sunlight. The battery life can be cut short by exposure to heat. Don’t let it get wet either. Do yourself a favor, and buy a padded cover that will protect your precious device.

You can quickly mute the iPad. There was no mute button available when the iPad was originally introduced. Now, you can mute the sound easily with very simple steps. To mute immediately, just depress the volume-down tool and hold.

From those room-filling computers to tiny cell phones, and everything in between, we truly have a ton of choice when it comes to computing today. If you select an iPad, you must continue learning about its capabilities. The piece above is just a starting place, so it pays to continue learning.