What CDRs should I use to transfer data to my new computer?

Question

I am going from an old computer to a new one. Other than the XP/Vista problem I'm also facing a dilemma about transferring my old files. I can do without most of it, but I still have about 20 G's I want to transfer. It's mainly my video and iTunes files. I just bought a 1G flash card, but this could take a while.

I do have a burner, but all I have is audio CDRs. Can they be used for this purpose?

Answer 1

It's better to use your 1 GB flash drive to transfer than your CDRs. Each CDR disc is only about 700 MB. Your 1 GB (1000 MB) flash drive can transfer a lot faster too. Plus burning CDs takes time and slower to transfer, your CDRs won't be wasted if you use your flash drive unless you have CDRWs.

A better solution is to get an Enclosure kit. Like this one costs $16. What it does is to enclose your old hard drive and make it into an external drive. That works a lot faster.

http://meritline.stores.yahoo.net/moving-star-3-5-usb-black-aluminum-enclosure.html

Answer 2

A one GIG flash card has more data capacity than any CD-R (700MB). Your better option would be a DVD-R if your optical drive has that capability.