System Requirements -- What's Necessary?

Hello all,
I've been definitely considering an iMac or Macbook Pro for Garageband to start getting some demo songs recorded and I was wondering what system requirements I should aim for (processor speed, ram more importantly) in having a system that will run smoothly so I can focus on the music.
I'll mainly be using a guitar and microphone through an M-Audio USB interface but I have no idea how many different tracks or instruments I'll end up using and eventually if all goes well I'd like to upgrade to Logic Studio down the road
Many thanks in advance.

Someone can correct me if I am wrong... but you could get a macmini 2.26ghz with 4GB Ram and use you PC's screen, keyboard and mouse and you will be flying. You would not be investing in a machine that is overkill for your short to mid term needs, all the while ramping up your skills and defining what it is you really need in the long run. If you need to be mobile then a white macbook with 4GB Ram could also serve you well.

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