How many rewrites are possible using CD-ReWritable technology?
The amount of times a user can write to a CD-RW disc is dependent on the manufacture of the media. At present, some CD-RW disc manufacturers specify their media for 1,000 rewrites, while others are expected to rate their media at 10,000 rewrites. Future media is expected to be capable of even greater numbers of rewrites. For that reason, users are encouraged to check the labeling on their CD-RW media. OSTA Background The Optical Storage Technology Association (OSTA) was incorporated as an international trade association in 1992 to promote the use of writable optical technologies and products for storage of computer data. OSTA works to shape the future of the industry by making optical storage easier to install and use, increasing market awareness and understanding, enabling advances that meet customer needs and defining common implementations of standards. The organization’s membership includes optical product manufacturers and resellers from three continents, representing more than 80
