What is the difference between a CD-ROM and a CD-RW ?

Correct answer: A. A CD-RW can be written to, but a CD-ROM can only be read from.

  • A. A CD-RW can be written to, but a CD-ROM can only be read from.
  • B. They are the same - just two different terms used by different manufacturers.
  • C. A CD-ROM holds more information than a CD-RW.
  • D. A CD-ROM can be written to and a CD-RW cannot.

Explanation

CD-ROM media are read-only, whereas CD-RW media can be erased and written again. The RW suffix means rewritable, which distinguishes it from ROM.

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