No Apple rip people off.
So, if you need a true workhorse laptop and want to stay in the Apple environment, this MacBook Pro is well worth the money. To be honest, even if you're not a fan of Apple, this computer is worth considering if you need a powerful laptop.
Yes
a macbook
That all depends on which macbook where you buy it and where you live.
iMovie should come with your macbook. If it is not there than you can buy it from the app store.
Yes.
The MacBook Air does not have an internal optical drive, but you can buy an external one for $99 at any Best Buy.
The MacBook and iPod Classic are not compatible items. You are comparing Apples to Oranges. If you need a computer, buy the MacBook. If you need a music/video player, but the iPod.
Or MacBook pro
$50
The Envy. For the price, you get newer technology (Corei7) and more processing power. But the MacBook range is about to be updated any day now so it may be worth hanging on to see what the new ones offer.
Best Buy sells some macbook accessories but they are very limited. You best bet would to buy accessories directly from apple online.