The advantage of this is a weight saving, as fewer parts are used. As a disadvantage, one must consider that this is significantly less protected, as in a notebook. But also in the computing power differences between notebook and tablet. So are the former usually significantly stronger, with regard to the performance. Also, laptops have more external connectivity to present the advantage due to their size. Usually, classic operating systems run on notebooks.
While tablets usually special, attenuated Tablet OS running. As programs are installed on laptops, such as on a PC normally while tablets have an own app concept for this purpose. New hybrid models with the number of tablets, increased the number of different types. There are now special Tablet hybrids which describe an intermediate between Tablet and notebook. These include so-called convertibles, they have a screen which is connected to the housing, such as on a laptop. However, the display can be turned 180, so that it then above is, as with a tablet. Also is a touch-enabled display, allowing the user by hand.
Extra keyboards and docks are another type, often used by manufacturers, in particular ASUS. These complement the tablets and offer the opportunity to extend the Tablet PC, accessories such that the missing capabilities can be retrofitted. Fully equipped, such reminds a Tablet laptop. Although these devices have many differences, but also some similarities show conclusion himself. Finally in the end both mobile PC systems are. Which on the way help us work and media consumption. The transition from tablet to laptop is becoming increasingly fluid.