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How to Choose CD-Burning Software

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Creating music compact discs or backing up your computer data is simple when you find the right CD-burning software. You can easily save or burn data files, photo files and music files onto CDs using basic CD-burning programs.

Difficulty: Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • Computer with Internet access
  1. Step 1

    Decide your needs. Some software programs have more options than others, so make sure you know what you want the burning program to do. Some programs just copy CDs; others create labels and menus.

  2. Step 2

    Find out what burning software is available for your computer. Some popular programs for CD burning can be found at Download.com. Search the Internet for specific software information or visit the Nero, Microsoft and Roxio websites.

  3. Step 3

    Download a trial version of the available CD-burning software. Go to Download.com and type in a brand of burning software. Make sure you read the reviews before you download anything. Pay special attention to the negative reviews, which explain why people don't like a program.

  4. Step 4

    Note which computer operating system you have on your computer, including the version number. Make sure your CD-burning software is compatible with your operating system.

  5. Step 5

    Find out the price of each program. Search the individual burning software websites for prices. Some popular operating systems come with free CD-burning software, but you can buy add-ons like label makers.

  6. Step 6

    Determine how easy the software is to use by reading product reviews. You want to buy CD-burning software that is simple to use. You can also visit a computer software store and ask about the various burning programs available.

Tips & Warnings
  • Make sure you buy the correct program for your operating system.
  • Read "CD and DVD Recording for Dummies" for more information.
  • Don't download any software from Download.com without reading the reviews.

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