Are Mac Minis suitable for a proper desktop computer?

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Published on 2009-08-13T06:40:25Z Indexed on 2010/03/15 22:30 UTC
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I've read about a lot of people using their Mac Minis as a file server, or media centre or something similar.

Does the mini function alright as a standard desktop PC? The Mac will be used primarily for web development, that is, it will need to run Coda, Photoshop, possible Firefox and Safari at the same time. So it will need suitable performance.

Or am I better off getting an iMac?

I though the mini looked like a good option because:

cheaper
I already have a keyboard, mouse and 24" monitor
I could use a KVM between the mini and PC

Also, does the mini support multiple monitors?

Thanks

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