Downloading large files

I am new to the ipad2. I've noticed that when downloading a big file (350 mb), the download will pause if I switch apps, or worse, when the ipad puts itself in "sleep" mode. Is this right? Is there a way to change it? Thanks

I have the iPad original version and have only downloaded files that large a few times - one movie and a couple of games. I set the iPad to not sleep before I download files that large for the very reason that you describe. I can't unequivocally state that pausing in this situation is normal, but it certainly makes sense to me.
The iPad doesn't have the nearly the RAM (512MB for the iPad 2 I think) that a computer has so when you switch to an app while downloading a file that large, you may be stretching the iPad RAM to its limits. If you have other things going on in the background that can make a difference as well. If you are switching apps - well you do have other things going on while downloading. The strength of the Internet connection at the time would come into play as well, I should think.
Is there a way to change this - set the iPad to not sleep until the files download and just let the files download before you start doing anything else on the device.
This information is merely my own opinion based on my iPad use and experience.

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