Labels:text | screenshot | font | document OCR: Care of compact discs Compact discs (CDs) are easily damaged if treated carelessly. Such damage has a much greater effect on a CD-ROM than on a music CD. A dirty or damaged CD-ROM is likely to malfunction. The surface of the disc can quickly gather dirt and is easily scratched. To protect the data from scratches, fingerprints, dust particles, and smears, do not touch the readout side (unlabeled side) of the disc or place it face down on a hard surface. Should the CD become dirty, clean it with a soft cloth lightly moistened with CD cleaning fluid or ethyl alcohol, working from the center to the edge. Do not use any type of solvent, such as benzine, lacquer thinner, anti-static agents or LP record cleaners as they may damage the surface. Never leave the disc in a place subject to direct sun ...