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Informationen zum Autor Mark L. Chambers has been a computer consultant, programmer, hardware technician, tech editor, and author for over 20 years. He has written more than 15 computer books. Klappentext 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; they' re 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 Zusammenfassung Most new PCs and Macs today are equipped with the latest in recording and storage equipment: CD-RW and DVD-R/RW drives. Even if your computer is a little older! you can still join the revolution with add-on hardware and software. Introduction.Part I: Shake Hands with Your Recorder!Chapter 1: Optical Storage: It's All in the Pits.Chapter 2: Buying Your Recording Beast.Chapter 3: DVD Is the Cat's Meow.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 & DVD Creator for a Spin.Chapter 9: A Step-by-Step Guide to ... Toast?Chapter 10: Using Drag-to-Disc: 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....
