Using 3rd party external display with MacBook Air

Hello
I'm eagerly awaiting the delivery of my MBA. Questions:
* Do I have to use an Apple display or can I use any with a mini-DVI?
* Can I use an external Keyb + mouse just be using the bluetooth finder?
Thanks!

Hi,
a friend uses his MacBook with a Fujitsu screen and a no-name BT mouse... so, it should work.
Volker

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