Uses of CD-ROM

There are two general uses for CD-ROM:

The first kind stores programs for installation onto your computer's hard disk. For example, Microsoft Office is usually distributed on CD-ROM, and needs to be installed from the CD onto you computer. Once installed, the program runs directly from your hard disk.

The second type installs only a few files from the CD, allowing you to open and search for information - however, the CD-ROM must be present in the CD disk drive during use. An example of this type is Microsoft Encarta, and other CD-ROM encyclopaedias.

Contents: Using CD-ROMs

Skill Check: Using CD-ROMs