How Do I transfer Files From My PC to my new Mac mini?

I am saving all my Word documents, music files, picture files on CDs to upload to my new Mac. But, what about things like certain program files, like Adobe, etc., and Mozilla Firefox favorites, passwords, etc.? I expect to get my new Mac mini within 2 weeks, and I want to be as prepared as possible. Help! Also, the operating system listed on my purchase order says Mac OSX Snow Leopard, but there wasn't anything to select that option, so I put Mac OSX (10.6.5) because I assumed that was the most current.
Thanks in advance for your help.
My PC is running Windows XP.

welcome to the bright side of computing, Joe !
you might find [_*Switch 101*_|http://www.apple.com/support/switch101> informative.
also see
*from a user*:
http://www.myfirstmac.com/index.php/mac/articles/one-page-crash-course-in-switch ing-to-the-mac
*Very useful tutorials on Macs here*:
http://www.apple.com/findouthow/macosx/
*Last but not least*:
Learning how to use Apple OS X in 27 easy lessons!
http://www.apple.com/support/mac101/work/
JGG

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