2 monitors on Mac mini

Can I use two separate monitors w Mac mini. 

Yes, according to the tech specs here: http://www.apple.com/uk/macmini/specs.html it says:
Video Support
Works with almost any display or HDTV.
Thunderbolt port with support for up to 2560x1600 resolution
HDMI port with support for up to 1920x1200 resolution
DVI output using HDMI to DVI Adapter (included)
Support for dual display and video mirroring

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