I shared resources for recording MP3s onto audio CDs and backing up software, featuring the comprehensive CD-Recordable FAQ and a beginner-friendly tutorial for those looking to burn their first discs.
I made an audio CD-R using Remix downloads but messed up by closing the session before testing it. This mistake means I can only listen to the tracks on a computer rather than a standard CD player.
I highlight pressplay.com's new feature allowing users to download and burn songs to CD for a fee. This marks a shift away from restrictive streaming-only models that previously dominated the digital music industry.
I explore whether MP3 CD players are the next big thing in portable audio. These devices act like high-capacity hard disks for digital music, offering a superior alternative to cassette walkmans for on-the-go listening.
I'm sharing research indicating that recordable CDs can fail in as little as two to five years due to dye degradation. This shorter-than-expected lifespan makes them unreliable for long-term digital archiving compared to manufactured discs.
I discovered the Open CD project, a collection of high-quality open-source Linux programs ported to Windows. I found the Celestia space simulator especially noteworthy among their suite of tools aimed at introducing users to free software.