Chosing a CDRW

[Anusha]

Hi guys!

I presently do not own a CDRW. But I'm intending to buy a new one. I need some help from you folks. Here are some questions for ya..

1) What brands are the best?
2) What factors are there that we have to watch out?
3) How should we configure the computer to get the most out of it? (such as setting it up in Master, not Slave)
4) Should I not use it for reading CDs as well? If so why?
5) What software should I use to get the most out of it?
6) How can we minimize the Write errors?
7) What are the newest speeds? Does the speed affect the quality of the written CDs?

I'd be more pleased if you can tell me the problems you faced using certain CDRWs.
Thanks.

[richardc2000]

Other than reading reviews, links for which you can find on the pages below, try checking out the following:
Sefy's: CD & DVD (Re)Writers - Comparison and Price List (Updated: 10/December/2002)
_http://www.svcdhelp.com/cdwriters
The DVD Writers and Recorders feature and user comments list
_http://www.svcdhelp.com/dvdwriters

[Nemesis]

Another good site for info is hxxp://www.cdrlabs.com