[QUOTE=SchmeckFlyer;9581110I don't see why Apple does not include both a DVI and VGA port on all its portable Macs. It can only increase the versatility and appeal, but I suppose Apple would loose out on charging the customer an obscene amount of money for a fairly simple piece of technology, right?[/QUOTE]

I can't speak about the MacBook, but with the MacBook pros, a DVI-VGA adapter is included in the box. It's a small little thing.

The biggest thing for me is the Express Card slot. I can use my Verizon air card in the MacBook Pro and not have a giant thing sticking out of a USB port. The glossy screens are terrible (IMO) for photo work. I do a lot of work on my computer outside, in the car, and it's impossible to use it outside.

Get yourself the 23" screen, a wireless keyboard and mouse, and you'll be impressed. I love my 23" screen. Eventually I'm getting the 30" screen.