iMac

[chip33az at netscape.net]

Hello,

I know this is a Linux newsgroup (Mint 3.0 is fantastic, IMHO), but I 
did ask about an iMac a few months ago.  I think I'm ready to purchase 
the iMac.

I'm looking at the 20" iMac as it has a DVD writer built in.  Is this a 
good model?  I'm basically using it for web surfing, e-mail and making 
DVDs (home movies and the like).

Also, does it matter if I buy on-line or go to the store in the 
Biltmore?  On-line I would save about $120 in sales tax, but are there 
any downsides (such as repair)?

Thanks for any advice.