Knowledge Base

Explanation of a Data Disc

A data disc is a CD or DVD used to store electronic data, such as the files and applications that reside on your computer's hard drive.

Here are some facts you should know about data discs:

• Unlike audio CDs, data discs are used to store files that are readable only by a computer, and cannot be played on your home or car stereo—even if audio files are on the disc.

• A data DVD can hold up to 4.7 GB of information and can be read with any appropriate DVD drive.

• A data CD can hold up to 700 MB of information and can be accessed with any computer equipped with a CD-ROM or CD recorder.

• A data disc is appropriate for backing up your hard drive or storing important information such as your taxes, reports, and spread sheets.

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Additional Information About Sonic Software

For additional troubleshooting information, see the following resources:

• The Sonic Support Web site

• The Dell Community Forum

  Find out what other users in the Dell user community are saying. The Dell Community Forums provide a place for Dell users to discuss support topics, to learn, and to help each other.

• E-mail Dell

  Communicate by e-mail with a Dell representative.

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