If you have your data though, no need to worry about it
Re ^ I've pondered getting an Mac Mini loads of times, but having a laptop to move around is too useful for me. I could potentially get a mini for my home office, but then I'd need to faff with keeping files in synch etc
Exactly the conclusion I keep coming to... Matey has said he'll get me a big fat discount on whatever I need, I need to sell some sneakers/guitars/overpriced vintage Japanese Streetwear...
Back in the day you used a fw cable, now though you can use most cables: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201462
If you have your data though, no need to worry about it
Re ^ I've pondered getting an Mac Mini loads of times, but having a laptop to move around is too useful for me. I could potentially get a mini for my home office, but then I'd need to faff with keeping files in synch etc