For just about all of my working life, I have needed to travel. That is OK, but i do get tired of carrying stuff and I have gradually honed the art of traveling light. I cannot get away from the obvious necessities – clothing and toiletries – just keep those down to a minimum. Many years ago, there was little else to carry, except possibly for a file of overhead projector slides. But, in recent years, there has always been the inevitable laptop …<\/p>\n
Until now, perhaps. Although laptops have got lighter, the endless thirst for more power means the loss of weight has not been spectacular. And let’s not talk about power consumption! A while ago I thought that I would try a netbook, which is really just a compact, lightweight, low performance laptop, and see whether it would be sufficient for my needs when I am on the road. The answer was yes. When traveling, all I need to do is deal with email, a bit of Internet access, some writing, a little lightweight presentation editing and delivery of presentations. The netbook was just fine for all these tasks. So, I was in good shape with a 2lb (1Kg) laptop which would deliver 8-9 hours use on a charge. I could even consider leaving the charger at home! And then I got an iPad.<\/p>\n
Initially, the iPad increased my payload – one more thing to carry. But I gradually realised that it ought to be able to address all my mobile computing needs. I just needed to be brave enough to leave the netbook at home. I have just been on a short business trip when I did do that. It went well. I took some precautions. My presentation were supposed to be ready on a machine at the venue. I took a copy on a USB stick just in case (which turned out to be a good precaution!). I also stored a copy online, so that I could get them from any Internet-connected computer. And I always had the last option: deliver the presentations from my iPad. I have not done that yet, but I am confident that it will work fine.<\/p>\n
My ultimate goal would be to travel with no bag at all, not even a modest backpack like I used this time. I think I will probably retire before I reach that state of Nirvana.<\/p>\n
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