I don’t buy into the iPad as a laptop replacement—not quite. But it is fantastic at tapping into your computers to access video and audio, documents, and even your full desktop, remotely. Here’s how.

Efficiently manage iPad downloads using Files app. Access files from Safari, email, or apps. Locate Downloads in iCloud Drive via Browse tab. Check On My iPad or change default download location.

Many readers ask us: “How do I set up remote access to a Mac from my iPad for free?” – especially since Mac and iPad remote-access software is now so expensive. We think the best option is Google’s ...

It's cheap. It's easy to use. And it streams both audio and video. For simple remote access using an iPad, there might not be a better app. Matt Elliott is a senior editor at CNET with a focus on ...

An icon in the shape of a lightning bolt. Impact Link These days, streaming video from sites like Netflix, Hulu, and HBO — not to mention watching YouTube clips — has become the norm. But you don't ...

Downloading a YouTube video to your iPad or iPhone is actually pretty easy once you know how, and essential if you want to watch clips offline. Plus, it’s incredibly annoying when something good gets ...

Thanks to streaming video services like Amazon Prime and Netflix, the concept of needing to physically possess a movie — like on DVD or Blu-ray — is becoming obsolete. But while all you need is a ...

Matt Elliott is a senior editor at CNET with a focus on laptops and streaming services. Matt has more than 20 years of experience testing and reviewing laptops. He has worked for CNET in New York and ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Your computer likely offers more storage space than your iPhone or ...