Mac mini to 2 VGA monitors? IS it possible?d

I am very interested in purchasing a Mac Mini. I would like to connect it to 2 VGA monitors. Is this possible? And if yes, how do i go about getting this done.

Yep. However the quality won't be on par with digital connections like HDMI and DVI. You will need a mini Display Port to VGA adapter ( http://store.apple.com/us/product/MB572Z/A ) as well as a HDMI to VGA adapter ( http://www.amazon.com/HDMI-VGA-HD15-Male-Cable/dp/B001OLCHJ6 )
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