But in terms of a more hassle-free life, the Mac Mini has some advantages. Even Apple hasn't managed to totally avoid such problems. For a start, in any virus outbreak, it's usually a human that opens the thing and infects the computer. Now we don't subscribe to the idea that Mac is inherently more secure than Windows machines. Sure, gamers want a big powerful machine with loads of cooling and a super-powerful graphics card, but businesses, casual users and internet cafes want small machines, and preferably ones that are secure, stable and a little less susceptible to viruses. (Pocket-lint) - Sitting here looking at our Windows-based desktop and, next to it, the Mac Mini, we're starting to wonder if the full-sized desktop is running toward the end of its lifespan.
