Adaptec Makes CD-RW Quick and Easy; DirectCD 2.0 Now Writes and Erases CDs Just Like a Floppy Disk.MILPITAS, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 12, 1997--Adaptec's (NASDAQ NASDAQ in full National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations U.S. market for over-the-counter securities. Established in 1971 by the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD), NASDAQ is an automated quotation system that reports on :ADPT ADPT Automated Data Processing/Telecommunications ADPT Adaptec Corporation (stock symbol) ADPT Adaptive Prediction ADPT Auger Depth Profiling Technique ADPT Automated Data Processing Telecommunications ADPT Adapter ) new version of DirectCD lets consumers treat their new CD-ReWritable (CD-RW (CD-ReWritable) The only rewritable CD technology. CD-RW disks look like other CD media, but with close inspection, they have a more polished surface with a very dark blue-gray cast. ) drives like floppy drives. Not only can users copy information in small packets, but they can also erase separate files ("random erase") instead of having to erase the entire CD. This innovation, along with the availability of inexpensive CD-R (CD-Recordable) A writable CD technology using a type of compact disc that can be recorded, but not erased (CD-Rs are "write once" discs). CD-R discs are used to master CD-ROMs, to back up data and to make copies of data for distribution. media, will accelerate the adoption of CD-R and CD-RW technologies. Adaptec's DirectCD 2.0, based on Universal Disk Format (storage, standard) Universal Disk Format - (UDF) A CD-ROM file system standard that is required for DVD ROMs. UDF is the OSTA's replacement for the ISO 9660 file system used on CD-ROMs, but will be mostly used on DVD. (UDF (1) (Universal Disk Format) A file system for optical media developed by the Optical Storage Technology Association (OSTA), www.osta.org, based on the ECMA 167/ISO 13346 standard. ) compliant packet writing technology, enables random erase for CD-RW, and is supported under Windows NT (Windows New Technology) A 32-bit operating system from Microsoft for Intel x86 CPUs. NT is the core technology in Windows 2000 and Windows XP (see Windows). Available in separate client and server versions, it includes built-in networking and preemptive multitasking. 4.0 and Windows 95 for CD-R and CD-RW. Packet writing allows users to send small amounts of data or "packets" to CD-R and CD-RW drives without wasted overhead and without the risk of data transfer interruptions (buffer underruns). How CD-RW Works Like a Floppy Through packet writing and random erase, DirectCD lets consumers use their CD-RW drives much like floppy drives. Using Windows Explorer See Explorer. , users can drag-and-drop, rename, move or delete files on the fly. Users can also save files directly to the CD-RW drive by using the "Save as" command in popular applications such as Microsoft Word, Netscape Navigator or Internet Explorer. "Due to innovations such as DirectCD, CD-Recording is quickly becoming the hottest new CD-ROM CD-ROM: see compact disc. CD-ROM in full compact disc read-only memory Type of computer storage medium that is read optically (e.g., by a laser). feature," said Tom Shea, general manager for Adaptec's Software Products Group. "Now with Windows NT support and the ability to erase files, more users will be able to enjoy the convenience and flexibility that CD-Recording offers." Pricing and Availability DirectCD 2.0 is available to drive manufacturers and their direct representatives for resale to their installed base of customers. Manufacturers interested in ensuring DirectCD drive compliance and support should contact Adaptec at 408/957-6638 to inquire about the DirectCD Compatibility Program. The earlier version of the software, DirectCD 1.01 for Windows 95, is now available directly to consumers who own DirectCD-compatible CD-R drives. Previously, DirectCD was only available as part of a bundle by CD-R drive manufacturers. DirectCD 1.01 for Windows 95 is available now from Adaptec for $69. A complete listing of CD-R drives that have passed DirectCD compatibility testing can be found on Adaptec's web site at www.adaptec.com/DirectCD . End users may order DirectCD from Adaptec by calling the following numbers: -0- US/Canada: 800/442-7274; 408/957-7274 Outside US and Europe: 408/957-7274 UK: 0800 96 65 26 France: 0800 90 77 04 Germany: 01 30 82 80 22 Italy: 1677 80 398 Spain: 900 983 271 Other European Countries: +32 11 300 379 -0- About Adaptec Adaptec provides bandwidth management technologies for organizations building the global information infrastructure. Its high performance I/O (Input/Output) The transfer of data between the CPU and a peripheral device. Every transfer is an output from one device and an input to another. See PC input/output. I/O - Input/Output , connectivity and network products are incorporated into the systems and products of major computer and peripheral manufacturers. Founded in 1981 and headquartered in Milpitas, Calif., Adaptec (NASDAQ:ADPT) employs 3,500 people worldwide in design, manufacturing, sales, service and distribution. Adaptec's home page address is http://www.adaptec.com . CONTACT: Adaptec Stephanie Simpson, 408/957-6638 ssimpson@corp.adaptec.com |
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