Can I use my old 2008 mac as the display unit for a Mac mini

Can I use my old 2008 20 inch mac as a display for a Mac mini as an option instead of buying a new I mac?
I need a better graphics card and more Ram but happy with the display.

Hi Yinka,
You'd first have to set up something like this on the Mini...
ScreenRecycler...
http://www.screenrecycler.com/ScreenRecycler.html

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