Maybe. iPads run Apple's iPadOS, which is essentially a tablet-focused version of iOS with split-screen multitasking. It's not a full-fledged desktop-style windowed OS, but younger people who aren't used to multi-window OSes might be perfectly happy to use an iPad for schoolwork, video editing, and chatting. Most iPad apps work best without a keyboard or trackpad, but they fully support those peripherals if you want to use them. Plenty of iPad-compatible keyboards and keyboard cases are available from Apple or third-party accessory makers. Some downsides are that you can't extend your display to multiple monitors or use more than three apps on the screen at once. Additionally, many professional apps don't have all of the capabilities of their desktop counterparts. If you need all those features but like the concept of a tablet, look into 2-in-1 convertibles or our favorite Windows tablets.