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Optiplex Micro

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Ports

4 x USB-A
1 x USB-C
3 x DisplayPort
1 x 3.5mm audio (headphone)
1 x Ethernet

PROS

CONS

More ports - recommended if you have many peripherals (mouse, kb, printers, scanners)

Not suitable for frequent travel or work-from-home

More stable than laptops, longer life

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Laptops - MacOS

Macbook Air - 15"

https://www.apple.com/macbook-air/

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Ports

  • 2 x USB-C (Thunderbolt 34)

  • 1 x 3.5mm audio (headphone)

  • Magsafe charging port


PROS

CONS

Excellent battery life & standby time

Not compatible with some university administrative apps (OnBase client, Excel plugins)

Ultra light, portable, no fan noise or heat

No on-site service

Limited port selection (No USB-A)

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https://www.apple.com/mac-mini/

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Ports

5 x USB-C (Thunderbolt 4/5)
1 x HDMI
1 x 3.5mm audio (headphone)
1 x Ethernet


PROS

CONS

Extremely stable & long life expectancy

Not suitable for frequent travel or work-from-home

More USB-C ports - recommended if you have many peripherals (mouse, kb, printers, scanners)

OS not compatible with some university administrative apps (OnBase client, Excel plugins)

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No on-site service

Limited port options (No USB-A)

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