Synopses & Reviews
Choose and use the perfect CD or DVD recorder
Safeguard data and photos, put that classic music on CD, or record your favorite movies
CDs and DVDs do more than entertain; theyre also the perfect data storage system! This fully updated guide helps you record favorite tunes as well as preserve family photos with the greatest of ease. Get the scoop on the latest devices, tips on mixed media recording, advice on turning your videotapes into DVDs, and much more.
The Dummies Way
- Explanations in plain English
- "Get in, get out" information
- Icons and other navigational aids
- Tear-out cheat sheet
- Top ten lists
- A dash of humor and fun
Discover how to:
- Choose the equipment you need
- Use Easy CD & DVD Creator
- Archive data files on CDs
- Organize and convert files
- Care for CDs and DVDs
- Record a bootable CD-ROM
Synopsis
This friendly guide covers everything the recording novice needs to select, buy, install, use and troubleshoot a CD-RW or DVD-R drive -- including software selection, optimization, built-in software like iTunes and iMovie 2 and much more.
Synopsis
Covers popular recording software for both PCs and Macs
Get the scoop on selecting and installing the right recorder
The fun and easy way(TM) to create your own high-quality CDs and DVDs Confused by CD-RW, DVD-RAM, and the rest of the recordable disc alphabet soup? Relax! With this book at your side, you'll find the right recorder for your needs, get up to speed on popular recording software (like Easy CD Creator, Toast, and iDVD), and start creating high-quality MP3, photo, and multimedia discs - complete with menus and labels. For more plain-English advice, see:
The Dummies Way(TM) Explanations in plain English "Get in, get out" information Icons and other navigational aids Tear-out cheat sheet Top ten lists A dash of humor and fun
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About the Author
Mark L. Chambers has been an author, technical writer, and consultant for more than 15 years. His books include Building a PC For Dummies, Scanners For Dummies, and HP Recordable CD Handbook.
Table of Contents
Introduction.
PART I: Shake Hands with Your Recorder!
Chapter 1: Optical Storage: It's All in the Pits.
Chapter 2: Buying Your CD Recording Beast.
Chapter 3: DVD Is Not a Bad Word.
Chapter 4: Poof! You're a Computer Technician.
PART II: It's All in the Preparation.
Chapter 5: Letting Loose the Software Elves.
Chapter 6: Fine-Tuning Can Be Fun.
Chapter 7: Getting Ready for the Ball.
PART III: Hang On -
Here We Go!
Chapter 8: Taking Easy CD Creator for a Spin.
Chapter 9: A Step-By-Step Guide to ... Toast?
Chapter 10: Using DirectCD: Avoid the Hassle!
PART IV: So You're Ready to Tackle Tougher Stuff?
Chapter 11: Heavy-Duty Recording.
Chapter 12: BAM! Add Menus to Your Discs!
Chapter 13: Storing Megastuff with DVD.
Chapter 14: Adding That Spiffy Touch.
PART V: The Part of Tens.
Chapter 15: Ten Hardware Troubleshooting Tips.
Chapter 16: Ten Software Troubleshooting Tips.
Chapter 17: Ten Things to Avoid Like the Plague.
Chapter 18: Ten Nifty Programs You Want.
PART VI: Appendixes.
Appendix A: Recorder Hardware and Software Manufacturers.
Appendix B: Glossary.
Index.