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design (3)

• ...not very technically savy but does use the internet and email. This design is great , I've always been a pc guy but the boot time and responsive...[1.0]
• ...one. I have lots of experience with the machine. They are a great form factor . Hardly takes up any room yet powerful enough for day to day...[0.8]
• ...are always welcome. While I don't edit in iMovie, I'm still impressed with the simplicity of the product. With the 2009 update, it's really wonderful...[0.8]

general (15)

• ...a PC to a mac and am soooo happy that I have done so! It's a good choice for those wishing that they had a good computer. This is the...[1.0]
• ...and i have had no problems with it. no crashes, no viruses. i love it . and i am not a computer geek, but i can honestly say that i...[1.0]
• ...machine can run that level of software. So all in all, this is a very good machine and I highly recommend it. If you can buy one used, that's great...[1.0]
• ...more RAM (2GB) and a bigger HD. Otherwise, it was identical. This thing is great . Just unplugged my tired old PC and inserted the mini. Cheap...[1.0]

hard drive (2)

• ...Mac mini MB138LL/A (1.83 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo, 1 GB RAM, 80 GB Hard Drive, Combo Drive) This was great price for a good product. Especially great for someone who has...[0.7200000000000001]
• ...is that the system is sometimes slow with only 1 GB RAM and a slow hard drive . I also get annoyed b/c it takes a while to find my wireless...[-0.5]

keyboard (3)

• ...away from the new Apple experience. So, I bought the wired Mac keyboard, which is excellent , and the Rocketfish mighty mouse look-alike (due to bad reviews...[0.7200000000000001]
• ...bad in the agronomics department. Go with a decent USB Mouse/ Keyboard setup from Logitech (the Wave is nice ). One more warning, the thing is sealed tight, so if you put...[0.7200000000000001]
• ...mouse/printer/camera/thumbdrive, maybe. Disappointing shame. Great keyboard, but not for the extra USB feature. Still need a solution. Considering...[0.4]

memory (4)

• ...computing needs, except for demanding graphic animation and exceptional memory hog applications. My use: business computing, large PDF manipulation...[0.8]
• ...screws. Other than it taking 20 minutes to open up the case the memory upgrading process wasn't too bad after unscrewing the optical drive. Otherwise this machine...[-0.6400000000000001]
• ...problems and I can use both. The basic Mini has tiny hard drive and not much memory . I really don't need to archive every photo and song I have...[-0.8]
• ...apps. Other than the fact that this machine required the most painful memory upgrade I've ever done, I am completely delighted with it. Runs...[-0.8]

mini (8)

• ...to improve them, they are wonderful pieces of equipment. The mini is my favorite Apple computer. It makes the Mac accessible to more people and...[0.9]
• ...The Mac Mini works great as a simple desktop solution. It was very easy to setup and...[0.9]
• ...to keep their current monitor and other peripherals, the Mac Mini is an excellent and economical choice. If you need to buy all the accessories...[0.8]
• ...before buying this mac mini. I am sure I made the right decision. I love the mini because the use i give it at home, I can say that: 1. I do...[0.8]

monitor (2)

• ...couple of grand for an ideal APPLE experience..If you have a good monitor , keyboard and mouse..and are looking to change to the APPLE...[0.8]
• ...they don't as it is a great buy for anyone who already has a nice monitor /LCD. I would like to get a 24" iMac but they are too expensive...[0.8]

operating system (2)

• ...Intel chip, I decided to install Windows XP and it runs both operating systems PERFECTLY ! I connected it to my HDTV through an HDMI connect via DVI converter...[1.0]
• ...expensive solution to getting on the Apple platform. Its OS X operating system is a pleasant to use, although I am still not liking its inconsistent (which...[0.8]

price (14)

• ...both Windows and Apple oriented machines. Also, I did get a nice deal on a wireless Apple keyboard and mouse combo that was part of...[1.0]
• ...Nice little starter Apple and it works with inexpensive (Non Apple)monitors using the included VGA adapter. I normally...[1.0]
• ...explore all the Micro Operating systems and this product was a reasonable price ....[1.0]
• ...or video editing. It's a easy and inexpensive way to turn a good buy into a great buy. Works great as a dvr/media station when hooked...[1.0]

quality graphics (2)

• ...connection will make your text on-screen look crisp and the graphics look good . I have a 24 inch Samsung for my Mac Mini and the real estate...[0.9]
• ...and installed software are superior to any Windows product. Graphics are outstanding (partly due to DVI over RGB cables). The Mini and keyboard are...[0.9]

reliability (15)

• ...pc that this happened to. i have had my mac mini and i have had no problems with it. no crashes, no viruses. i love it. and i am not a computer...[1.0]
• ... i have had my mac mini and i have had no problems with it. no crashes , no viruses. i love it. and i am not a computer geek, but i...[1.0]
• ...size. As soon as it arrived, i upgraded the memory to 2 gigs. Works fine . I have it running 24/7....[1.0]
• ...room yet powerful enough for day to day tasks. The machine is very reliable . You can leave it on for days or just turn it on and use it...[1.0]

setup (3)

• ...Mac Mini works great as a simple desktop solution. It was very easy to setup and worked with all of my existing PC components without issue...[0.8]
• ...the price was good.I would say it is really a good investment. Setup was very easy and got the Leophard DVD from Apple within a week and upgrade...[0.8]
• ...the agronomics department. Go with a decent USB Mouse/Keyboard setup from Logitech (the Wave is nice ). One more warning, the thing is sealed tight, so if you put...[0.7200000000000001]

software (4)

• ...The stock software like iTunes, mail, Safari, iPhoto etc. is excellent software for the average consumer. If you want something more than that...[0.8]
• ...automatically when watching a recorded show. -Google Remote Buddy: Great software . You can use various remotes like your iphone, ipod touch, etc...[0.8]
• ...email, etc. and so far so good. It runs like a top, comes with cool software , and no viruses make this a good buy. ...[0.8]
• ...of her creations with music, this was the hit of the show. Pros: Small form factor, great software Cons: Could follow what the laptop industry has done, add more...[0.6400000000000001]

usability (3)

• ...homerun with elgato eyetv software this setup becomes superior and easy to use . The mac mini can do the same as the apple tv. You get less...[1.0]
• ...but the boot time and responsive os is very impresive. Very easy to navigate ....[1.0]
• ...works fine Pros: Light weight No noise Fits your desktop Easy setup Apple OS Cons: Installing Additonal RAM.It is a pain to open...[1.0]

working (4)

• ...easy and inexpensive way to turn a good buy into a great buy. Works great as a dvr/media station when hooked up to an HDTV :) ...[0.9]
• ...to my other computers. It is always on and it stays cool and works perfect with no lag....[0.9]
• ...ways. Right now, I have 30 of these Mac minis in a data center working as great servers. (I buy one per customer so they can each have their...[0.9]
• ...to buy a Mac Mini together with an Apple Keyboard. And it's worked out just fine . But it ONLY has 1GB RAM and 80GB HD! That's OK; a FireWire...[0.8]