Can i connect a Samsung VGA/DVI monitor to macbook air?

I am looking to buy a Macbook air (13.3 inch). Is there a cable available to connect the Macbook air to my old monitor (Samsung that only supports VGA and DVI)? Eventually, I will buy a Thunderbolt display, but can't afford that yet.
Thanks,

Certainly you can. Just about any Apple retailer will have a Thunderbolt/MDP-VGA or Thunderbolt/MDP-DVI adapter. Apple has them also available through the online Apple Store.
http://store.apple.com/us/product/MB570Z/B/mini-displayport-to-dvi-adapter
http://store.apple.com/us/product/MB572Z/B/mini-displayport-to-vga-adapter

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