You compare it to a tablet, which isn't really fair, since that's not really what MS seems to be aiming for. They are building more of a hybrid tablet/netbook.

You compare it to a tablet, which isn't really fair, since that's not really what MS seems to be aiming for. They are building more of a hybrid tablet/netbook. Wether that's a good idea, and they can execute it is uncertain. For the SD slot, I think they absolutely have a use. Like transfering photos from your camera. Yes, you could do it over wifi, but then you'd still need to transfer them to another computer first. If you have one... Even the USB slot can be extremely useful for some usecases. Look at the hacks people put up with for the ipad to connect external devices. Square use the audio jack both for powering their perhapial and to transfer data. It's riddiculous. And you sacrifice all sound while using it.