Complete hardware and software server package proves to be an excellent value by Jason Snell, Macworld.com
Ever since the Mac mini was first released, people have been using Apple’s diminutive Mac desktop as a server. At 6.5 inches square and 2 inches high, it bears just the sort of compact computing power you want to stick in a closet or under a desk and use as an all-purpose receptacle for all your stuff.
PRODUCT:
Mac mini with Snow Leopard Server
RATING (Scale)
PROS
Combination of hardware and software is attractively priced; enough processing power for small businesses, small workgroups in larger enterprises, and educational environments.
CONS
No optical drive; use of 2.5-inch hard drives hampers speed.
COMPANY
Apple
PRICE AS RATED
$999
BEST CURRENT PRICE
$998.00
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Well, wouldn’t you know it—someone at Apple was paying attention to those of us who have been praising the Mac mini as a good server. Because in October Apple announced a new configuration of Mac mini designed specifically to be a server. The new $999 Mac mini with Snow Leopard Server is a fantastic product for workgroups, small businesses, and even schools to use. But for some other common uses, you might be better off buying a regular old Mac mini instead.
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