To burn a CD or DVD

1.
Insert a blank cd-r (do not use the cd+r discs!) or a blank dvd-r (the latest models of SuperDrives can burn the dvd+r or dvd+rw discs).
2.
A message pops up asking what action you want to take. The option to “Open Finder” will let you do anything. Click ok.

3.
You can name the cd at this point. Select the cd, then click on its current label, “Untitled.” Type the new name.

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If you change your mind and want to take the unburned disc out of the Mac, Control-click on the icon and choose “Eject 'untitled CD.'” “Untitled” will be replaced with whatever name you gave it.

4.
Drag the files from the Finder to the disc and drop ...

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