However, it’s more complicated than creating a bootable disc.

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Also,flash drivesaren’t cheap.

Additionally, flash memory can suffer frombit rotif you don’t plug the drive in at intervals.

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That’s not to say that optical discs don’t suffer from disc rot (they do!

How long do discs last?

Burnable discs vary in the materials they use.

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Manufactured to last up to 100 years and be as compatible as possible, if you need to ensure your data survives into the next generation.

Music and Movies!

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There’s just no comparison between the footage from a Blu-ray and streaming service.

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This slim external DVD burner from LG does everything you need a DVD drive to do without getting in your way. It’s perfect for slipping into your laptop bag and forgetting about it until you need it.

The same goes for music.

Likewise, you only have to buy one drive to share it with all of your computers.

It’s perfect for slipping into your laptop bag and forgetting about it until you need it.

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Cheaper than buying a standalone 4K Blu-player, and with the option to burn discs up to 100GB in size, this LG drive feels a little like a geek’s secret weapon no one is talking about.

Apple’s official drive is guaranteed to work with your Mac and it super slim and portable.

Highly-recommended for the Mac faithful.

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Apple’s official drive is guaranteed to work with your Mac and it super slim and portable. Highly-recommended for the Mac faithful.