Why can't I download iOS 5 to my iPad 2?

I don't have a computer I can sync my iPad to.  I have been trying to download the upgrade from iTunes but no luck.   Many of the apps I have on it require ios5 to update them. 

If your iOS is pre 5, then you have to do the software update via a computer. THere is no other way. The ability to update 'over the air' comes with iOS5.

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