USB Hub to use with my new iMac

Here is a quick question, looking for some opinions.
I just got my new iMac and I am switching from my Macbook Pro. since all the USB (and the other connections are all in the rear of the iMac, obviously makes it difficult to plug and unplug devices. Do may of you use a separate hub or some other solution?
Looking for some ideas to set it all up right. Thanks!
Mark

You have tons of options, the only real question is if you need your hub to be powered or not.  (ie: plugging external HDs, etc.)  If not, it's up to you & your preference of functionality & style.
For my desktop for example, I use a long single USB extention cable which ends in a stand so the port is sticking up.  This makes plugging items in & out easy since it's an up & down motion, not forward & back.  Most of my perifs are already plugged in so I only need one.  For my laptop though, I have a smaller footprint item with x4 slots on it (unpowered).
I say go shopping & have fun.

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