David Pogue, New York Times Technology writer, gives us his first impressions of the Apple iPad.

To quote:

Some wild speculations of a guy who’s never even tried the iPad. Believe me, I’ll review it when I get one. But I like what I’m seeing.

David tackles the idea behind the iPad, how he feels it compares to a netbook, and why he believes it isn’t just an oversized iPod Touch.

It’s a solid read but admittedly done without having one in hand. David commentary is evenhanded and left me anxious for his hand’s on review.

Hot off the presses:

Don’t miss out on this great–and free–opportunity to increase your computer skills! Today, Governor Jay Nixon announced that thousands of Missourians will receive free access to innovative e-learning and certification programs through a public-private partnership with Microsoft’s Elevate America. These cutting-edge modules will build the technology skills that will help job seekers like you compete in today’s economy.

The process is easy: Log on to www.mo.gov and click on the “Elevate America” link to fill out the simple form. Missouri has a total of 24,750 e-learning vouchers to go around–and they must be activated by January 31, 2010. Be one of the first to claim a voucher and start building your technology skills right away!

Received this via Mo/Il IT Guys Group on Facebook.