Just ordered new Mini... how do I move my info/programs over

Good evening.
I just ordered a new Mini. I already have one of the older models. When I get my new one, how do I move my programs/data to my new mini? Is this a fairly easy process?
I also have a minimate connected to my current mini. Once I get everything moved over and plug in the mini, will it recognize the minimate and handle everything on it as if nothing had changed (or close to it)?
Thanks for the help.

All you need is a FireWire cable to connect the two Macs & the Setup Assistant will walk you through the process. If you don't want to do it during the initial setup of your new Mac mini, you can use the Migration Assistant later to move what you want. You can even do a combination, use the Setup Assistant to move users & settings & move anything else later.

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