This is not an iPad.  This is not a Windows laptop.  This is not a Mac.  It's a Chromebook.  If you remember that, you'll be VERY happy with this machine.  I found the touchscreen to be responsive, especially when using the included pen (bonus!).  All the apps I needed work great.  I was worried about using Google Docs rather than Word (this is new to me), but the transition was easy and my older docs converted over well.  The battery is great!  Lasts all day!  For my needs, this has been a great replacement for an old, slow, busted laptop.  However, I am not doing any heavy computing or gaming.  I needed something to browse the web, email, create a few simple docs, and do fun stuff like watch Netflix and shop.  My only complaint is that the built-in speakers are terrible when trying to watch a movie!  But hook up a bluetooth speaker and you are good to go.