You'll need a fast internet connection. The most polished solution is Parallels access for iPad. (there are other lower cost/free VNC solutions)
Video - Walt Mossberg Reviews Paralles Access, Says Is Best Method of Accessing Your Mac or PC Via iPad - WSJ.com

If you want to do the same thing without having a home PC/Mac you can go with Onlive Desktop you can try the free version but need to get the
Video - Walt Mossberg's review of the OnLive Desktop app which brings Word, Excel, & PowerPoint to the iPad - WSJ.com

I have played with the Onlive app, but haven't used either solution for CQ.

Cheers
George