To burn an audio CD or a data CD/DVD using Windows Media Player, follow these steps:
- Launch Windows Media Player.
- In the player library, go to the "Burn" tab.
- Click on the "Burn options" button.
- Insert a blank CD or DVD into the CD/DVD burner.
- Select the files you want to burn.
- Click on the "Burn" button.
To ensure compatibility with Windows computers, choose the burning speed and select the "PC" option from the drop-down menu.
Some popular websites for downloading complete albums for free include:
- ByClick Downloader
- FreeSound
- iMusic
- Jamendo
- MP3.com
- Public Domain 4U
- Free Music Archive
- Audionautix
The capacity of commonly used CD-ROMs is 74 minutes/650 MB and 80 minutes/700 MB. Less common formats include 90 minutes/800 MB and 99 or 100 minutes/870 MB.
An audio CD can hold up to 80 minutes of audio, while a data CD can hold up to 700 MB. However, even if you have 200 MB of MP3 files, you can only burn 80 minutes of music onto the disc.
The technical specifications for CD-ROMs are outlined in the Yellow Book, released in 1988. It specifies a maximum storage capacity of 700 MB.
CD-R stands for Compact Disc-Recordable. CD-Rs are a type of writable compact disc that falls under the WORM (Write Once, Read Many) category. They can be written to once and read many times.
The cost of recording a disc can vary. Here is a general breakdown:
- Previewing the disc: €200
- Creating the beats: Studio recording price: €300
If you want to sell new CDs for €500, you can try the following options:
- Libraccio bookstores are an ideal place to sell used DVDs and CDs.
- Mercatopoli is a chain of second-hand stores.
- Amazon allows you to sell used DVDs and Blu-rays. Follow the instructions on their website.
- eBay is another platform where you can sell CDs.
When it comes to vinyl records, the music is "engraved" onto the disc. The grooves on the disc are irregular and vibrate at a 45° angle. This vibration helps recreate the original sound wave and the desired song.