Looking for True Permanence in File Storage
Blog Comment So the trick is to use a Debian compatible CD burner software in some sort of script that's run when the folder gets to a certain filled state close to a full CDR size. Thanks for the link. Looks like its all Windows.
[April 22, 2008, 2:14]
How to migrate data from an old PC to a new one review
Reviews The mere thought of the endless parade of CDs you'll need to start swapping between the two machines -- assuming your old PC even has a CD burner -- is enough to make you want to stuff the thing in the box and send it back.
[January 15, 2004, 8:35]
'Taster' pirated copies lure gaming fans
Talkback Everyone knows today that some CD burner software allow you to copy the bad sectors as well as the good as an option! That would be a good idea if it was at all possible! I believe it is just impossible to stop pirates from countering all the new...
[October 14, 2003, 12:09]
Cirrus lowers MP3 player cost
News Since the CS7410 music player is designed to decode compressed digital music stored on a CD, it requires users to have access to a CD burner to store their music. Cirrus Logic has launched an audio processor which it says will allow manufacturers...
[July 30, 2002, 15:54]
Excellent laptop
Member Review Wireless G and Bluetooth are great and so is the side slot loading CD/DVD burner. I LOVE my Acer Ferrari 3200. It has all of the features I could want in a laptop (except maybe the XBRITE/TRUBRITE type screens out there and I wish it would read...
[April 5, 2005, 10:48]
Computer makers get ready for seasonal battle
News But in early October it is expected to introduce its holiday lineup, which will include the first notebook to be sold with a DVD burner, sources familiar with its plans said. As the traditionally big-selling Christmas seaon approaches, Toshiba is...
[September 26, 2002, 6:27]
Build your own PC: a buyer’s guide review
Reviews Removable storage: Plextor PX-708A multi-format DVD burner. When buying off the shelf, you normally start with an affordable base model but, as you option it up -- adding a fast CD/DVD burner, plenty of memory, hard drives, a fast (even if not the...
[January 23, 2004, 9:50]
Update: Lenovo's x300 hits the right targets
Blog It has a bay for a DVD burner (or you can use the bay for an extra battery which take it to a claimed 10 hours life) and it also has Ethernet, and three USB ports. At Lenovo's launch of its x300 in Paris, we raised the topic of Linux.
[February 26, 2008, 14:41]
Napster decision could have industry repercussions
News To download, store and listen to MP3-encoded files, consumers have purchased an array of hardware and software: decent speakers, a CD burner, a large hard drive, and possibly software for compiling play lists and converting audio tracks from...
[March 14, 2001, 10:11]
Toshiba Libretto U100 review
Reviews It actually comes in two parts: the computer itself and a docking unit called the SuperMulti Dock, which houses the optical drive (a multi-format DVD burner, no less). However, it doesn’t: its sole job is to house the multi-format DVD burner and...
[June 29, 2005, 9:25]
Microsoft to delete Sony DRM 'rootkit'
Talkback I had ordered a full multimedia center made by them.including a PC desktop and laptop a 42" LCD TV sound system DVD burner/player when the delivery came I sent them back and asked for my refund.they would not give me one at first till I told them...
[November 13, 2005, 22:37]
Sony's Blu-ray notebook arriving next week
News Meanwhile, Vaio AR notebooks with a DVD burner instead of a Blu-ray player will start at $1,800. Sony will release a notebook next week with a built-in Blu-ray Disc drive for playing movies and recording video in high definition.
[June 13, 2006, 10:30]
Lenovo ThinkPad X300 review
Reviews The newest addition to the ThinkPad X series incorporates the best of the MacBook Air (13.3in.display, full-size keyboard, thickness less than 2.5cm) with the best of the Portégé R500 (solid-state hard drive, thorough selection of ports) while...
[March 20, 2008, 10:00]
several problems with 8300
Member Review I have a lot of problems with the CD burner as it locks up constantly--whole machine. My power supply just went down. I knew it right away but it took 3 chats to get Dell convinced-5-6 hours of repeating same tests.
[December 21, 2005, 14:22]
Flat-panel iMac pictures leaked
News Apple apparently hopes to repeat the magic with the successor, with prices that range from $1,299 to $1,800 (about £900 to £1,200), with the high-end version containing a DVD burner, according to Time.
[January 7, 2002, 8:55]
Apple boosts server lines
News Apple is keeping pricing for the Xserve line the same while also improving the optical drive from a CD burner to one that can both burn CDs and read DVD discs. Apple on Tuesday released a speedier version of its Xserve rack-mounted server, along...
[January 5, 2005, 10:55]
OOXML standard will tarnish ISO
Blog Comment Your observations on committees and sub committees.right to the very heart of so much that only serves to divert from and not address issues of great moment, only sidelining to over stew on the back burner.
[April 3, 2008, 12:42]
Sony VAIO PCV-W1
Talkback DVD burner.hey,, Play games on my Gamecube using this Wonderful 17 inch screen.imj cool with it. Guy's This computer works Fine for what its build for.its quite ,, its Screen is absolute deluxe,, hey its got speakers.if you want more sound get...
[January 22, 2004, 15:34]
Sony VAIO T1 series: a first look review
Reviews Add in a convenient, built-in multi-format DVD burner, and you have a pint-size notebook that's as functional as a full-size system. How do you follow up on a success like Sony's diminutive VAIO TR notebook?
[September 14, 2004, 9:10]
Faster than speeding spam - 2004's Internet Hero
News Timms is likely to be relieved by the nomination, even if he does not win: in October, ZDNet UK revealed that Timms has been so overburdened with responsibilities that he is being forced to put key IT issues such as broadband availability and...
[December 23, 2003, 12:15]



