HI All
More newby questions.
I have looked at the Apple Wireless Keyboard/Mouse but they are so expensive.
Any recommendations for an alternative would be appreciated.
Many thanks
Alan
One of the advantages of the Mini is that you can choose whatever takes your fancy, or meets you needs. If you have old hardware lying around, why not use that? If you don't, or what you have doesn't suit you, you can acquire what does. Although Apple gear is relatively expensive, it will last a while, probably beyond the life of your computer.
I am using a wired version of the small Apple keyboard, which I like because it has a couple of USB ports, it doesn't take up much space on my desk, and is easy to shove aside when not being used. I don't think it is available new now though.
I prefer the Apple "Chicklet" type keyboard to others I encounter, but not everybody does. I didn't really like the old plastic Apple keyboard, and replaced it soon after the aluminium came to the market.
I like the Apple Magic mouse, but not enough to buy one at this stage.
The mouse that they threw in with my first Mini (in 2005) was ok and outlasted the computer. I don't know what brand it was. When it wore out (a year or so ago) I tried a couple of others, but didn't like them for one reason or another. I was going to bite the bullet and buy a Magic Mouse, then decided to try a basic wired Logitech, at a tenth the cost. It works for me; I'm happy and am not about to change it.