There have been many reviews and comparisons between the mini Mac and a desktop PC. Usually, the desktop PC comes out better, because you get more for less. But what most people forget is the most important thing – the size.
The mini Mac is a helluva lot smaller than a desktop PC. So, Kevin Rose decided to make a fair comparison, and created a mini PC. His post includes instructions and pictures, if you’re looking to create your own mini PC.
All that work, modifying the smallest PC motherboard possible, fitting an 44-40 pin adapter and he still couldn’t get a CD drive in there.