Specifications: The Apple Mac mini MB463LL/A desktop computer features a 2.0 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor with 1 GB of RAM (expandable to 4 GB). It comes with a 120 GB hard drive, integrated NVIDIA GeForce 9400M graphics card, 8x SuperDrive with dual layer support, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and Ethernet. It also comes installed with the latest operating system Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard and iLife 09′, which is a ‘lifestyle suite of applications’.

Design: The Apple Mac mini MB463LL/A desktop computer is designed to fit into a sleek aluminum case; a simple, square design that measures 6.5 x 6.5 x 2 inches, making it really small. It is also very light at around 2.9 pounds. It’s small, simple, and easy to store and display. Mac mini has a carefully designed and organized connectivity interface on the back and a DVD drive slot on the front. The downside to its minimalist approach is that you need to buy your own mouse, keyboard, and monitor. Apple recommends that you use hardware you already have to save costs.

Features and performance: Apple Mac mini MB463LL/A 2.0GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor provides fast processing speed (said to be five times better than its predecessors) and impressive 128MB NVidia GeForce graphics card it is relatively well suited for speeding up the gaming experience, as well as graphics-intensive work. Onboard 1GB RAM is the minimum RAM standard today, but it can be upgraded to 4GB for that extra boost in computing speed. Mac mini also has extended Ethernet range and impressive wireless connectivity, making it easy to find and connect to networks.

Overall: Windows fans could convert to the Apple lifestyle with the Apple Mac mini MB463LL/A. It’s a good buy for fans of Apple desktops looking for an upgrade and a perfectly acceptable basic computer system for new users. It is perfect for home computing and as a digital media center. Those who are conscious of the environment will also be happy to know that the Apple MB463LL/A (in terms of packaging and materials used) is very environmentally friendly and has low power consumption.