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Detailed Translations for CD drive from English to French
CD drive:
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the CD drive (CD-ROM drive)
– An electromechancial device that reads data on CD-ROMs. Most CD-ROM drives have a SCSI interface, although some are connected to a PC via a controller for a disk drive. Data is read through a small laser that is focused on the surface of the CD-ROM through optical mirrors in the read/write head. A spindle and drive motor revolve the CD-ROM, so all data, which is stored in spirals from the center, can be read. 1
Translation Matrix for CD drive:
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| lecteur de CD | CD drive; CD-ROM drive | CD player; compact disc player |
| lecteur de CD-ROM | CD drive; CD-ROM drive |
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