>> The ipad for dummies book said that the usb is not strong enough to
>> charge the device, especially on older computers or when plugged into an
>> auxiliary usb port, like on a hub.
>> Dottie
>
> From my experience "they" are not 100% correct. It charges using the USB port on my MBP.
It depends on the amount of power the computer delivers to the USB port. Most PC laptops, and many PC desktops, were not designed to deliver enough power to charge an iPad effectively.
For whatever reason, most Mac *do* provide enough power, but not as much as the "wall wart" iPad charger.
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