"Both the Mac mini and MacBook are the best entry-level computers Apple has had to offer right now. If you have been wondering exactly what the appeal of Apple computers really is, you need only look at the user-friendly OSX (currently 10.4, Tiger) and the pricing in comparison to a similar PC equivalent to appreciate the value proposition of Apple machines. If somehow you fear you might regret your decision to switch over to either of the two mentioned computers, fret not as Apple has now provided 'Boot Camp' to lets you run familiar Windows OS and applications easily (though we don't see why anyone would dislike the ease of use of Apple OSX operating system and the bundled iLife'06 applications that lets you easily manage/edit/create video, photos and music). "