The document discusses the diffusion of the iPad in education. It summarizes that Apple introduced the iPad in 2010 as a competitor to e-readers and netbooks, targeting consumers and education. Schools began receiving grants to implement iPads to replace textbooks. Key factors in the iPad's adoption included educational apps, discounts for schools, and teachers as early adopters influencing other educators. The iPad helped engage students in new ways of learning through apps, research, and replacing textbooks.