Mac Mini facts for kids
Apple Mac Mini
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| Manufacturer | Apple Inc. |
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| Type | Desktop |
| Release date | October 20, 2009 (current release) January 22, 2005 (first Release) |
| Operating system | Mac OS X |
| CPU | Intel Core 2 Duo (current model) Intel Core Duo Intel Core Solo PowerPC G4 (first release) |
| Dimensions | 6.5 inches (16.5 cm) square and 2 inches (5.1 cm) tall |
| Weight | 2.9 pounds (1.31 kg) |
| Predecessor | Intel Core 2 Duo (current model) Intel Core Duo Intel Core Solo PowerPC G4 (original release) |
The Mac Mini is a cool personal computer created by Apple Inc.. It's super small for a desktop computer! It measures about 6.5 inches (16.5 cm) on each side and is only 2 inches (5.1 cm) tall. Apple first showed off the Mac Mini on January 22, 2005. The newest version came out on October 20, 2009. This tiny computer weighs about 2.9 pounds (1.31 kg). The Mac Mini's power supply is actually outside the computer itself. It's about one-third the size of the computer.
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What Makes the Mac Mini Special?
The Mac Mini is different from other Macintosh desktop computers. It was the first Mac desktop that did not come with a keyboard or a mouse. It also doesn't include a display screen.
Who is the Mac Mini For?
The Mac Mini is mostly made for people who are "switchers." These are users who are moving from a PC (Windows computer) to a Mac. They probably already have a display, a USB keyboard, and a mouse. This way, they don't have to buy new ones. If someone needs these parts, they can easily buy them separately.
Mac Mini as a Server
There's also a special version of the Mac Mini. This one is made to be a server for smaller systems. For example, it could be used for a home network. This server version comes with Snow Leopard Server software. It also has two 500 GB hard drives. Unlike other Mac Minis, the server version does not have a built-in optical disc drive.
Images for kids
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A 2008 Mac Mini used as a home theater PC. This picture shows the Front Row application.
See also
In Spanish: Mac mini para niños
