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What are the "pros and cons" of the "Aluminum" iMac models? Is one right for my needs?
Like any other purchase, only you can make the decision whether or not one of the "Aluminum" iMac systems is the right Mac for you, but you can evaluate the pros and cons to see if your needs are met. This summary may be helpful in making a decision:
Pros:
Cons:
Essentially, if you are looking for a relatively inexpensive and powerful Mac, and have no MacOS 9/"Classic" applications, and no "mission critical" applications that are incompatible or run too slowly using "Rosetta", then an "Aluminum" iMac model would be an excellent choice particularly if you appreciate an all-in-one design.
If cost is a higher priority, an Intel-based Mac mini may be better depending on desired configuration. If expansion is a high priority, a Mac Pro would be wise.
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Also see: What are the "pros and cons" of the "White" iMac "Core Duo/Core 2 Duo" models? Is one right for my needs?
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