Launched in 2005 as the first sub-$500 Mac — a key in attracting "switchers" from Windows PCs — the Mac mini (now $799 and up from the Apple Store) was most recently redesigned in late 2018.

The Microsoft Office Home 2024 license allows the purchaser to install the included software on one device, be it a Mac or PC. It costs $149.99 and includes 60 days of support. Businesses looking ...