Can offline web apps be a replacement for desktop apps?

Question

I work on a desktop sales app that is run off a tablet and was wondering if this and other "traditional" desktop tablet applications could be viable as a offline web application. The main difference with tablet applications being the inking support. I think a web app can get close with browser gestures.

Answer 1

I don't see the distinction between a tablet and a laptop. The decision to build an off line web application should be no different regardless of the medium.

Answer 2

The main different is the inking (gesture) support.