How to Fix Your Scratched CD

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How to Fix a Scratched CD More
Published: 9 years, 1 month(s) ago by patryk 2424 | permalink
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While compact discs (CDs) are remarkably durable, it can be impossible to prevent scratches and scuffs from occurring from time to time, especially with frequent use. The resulting damage can mean either a skip in a music track or the loss...
Tags: WikiHow, Fix a Scratched CD, wiki, how to articles, how to instructions, DIY, tips, howto, learn, how do I

For further reading: http://www.wikihow.com/Fix-a-Scratched-CD ^[1]

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MacGyver Tip: Fix scratched CDs with toothpaste More
Published: 9 years, 1 month(s) ago by Hegal | permalink
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If you've ever owned a CD or DVD, you've certainly had to deal with scratched up, unreadable media. Hardware Secrets has a simple solution:
Tags: CDs, DVDs, How To, MacGyver, Repair, Digital Media, Lifehacker

For further reading: http://lifehacker.com/155741/macgyver-tip-fix-scratched-cds-with-toothpaste ^[2]

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Remove Scratches from a CD/DVD with Vaseline (Petroleum Jelly) More
Published: 9 years, 1 month(s) ago by Marlene Akeroyd | permalink
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Vaseline (Petroleum Jelly) can be used for chapped lips, dry skin, and for getting rid of head lice; but how about making CDs and DVDs readable again?...

For further reading: http://www.instructables.com/id/Remove-Scratches-from-a-CDDVD-with-Vaseline-Petr/ ^[3]

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How to fix a scratched DVD or CD More
Published: 9 years, 1 month(s) ago by Scotto Gioconda | permalink
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A scratched edition of 'Hitch' is no good — especially when it comes time for your big date night. Check out our guide on how to fix a scratched disc.

For further reading: http://www.digitaltrends.com/home-theater/how-to-fix-a-scratched-disc-dvd-cd/ ^[4]

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How to Repair Scratches on a CD More
Published: 9 years, 1 month(s) ago by magnusbe | permalink
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Don't throw out those scratched and non-functioning CDs, repair them. Learn more about how to repair scratches on a cd.
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For further reading: http://electronics.howstuffworks.com/repair-scratched-cd.htm ^[5]

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Can You Fix a Scratched DVD with a Banana? More
Published: 9 years, 1 month(s) ago by Marcia Pokrant | permalink
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I have two children; they have their favorite DVDs; and sometimes mommy needs them to be watching those DVDs. So when the favorite DVDs get scratched and stop playing, it's a problem! Whether it's DVDs, CDs, or game disks for your Xbox or Wii, there are ways to fix and buff out scratches. The Internet [...]

For further reading: http://news.yahoo.com/blogs/upgrade-your-life/fix-scratched-dvd-banana-175918542.html ^[6]

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Category: Fun | 9 years, 1 month(s) ago

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1. http://www.wikihow.com/Fix-a-Scratched-CD

2. http://lifehacker.com/155741/macgyver-tip-fix-scratched-cds-with-toothpaste

3. http://www.instructables.com/id/Remove-Scratches-from-a-CDDVD-with-Vaseline-Petr/

4. http://www.digitaltrends.com/home-theater/how-to-fix-a-scratched-disc-dvd-cd/

5. http://electronics.howstuffworks.com/repair-scratched-cd.htm

6. http://news.yahoo.com/blogs/upgrade-your-life/fix-scratched-dvd-banana-175918542.html