This allows user to see the real manufacturer of the disc and dye type used for the disc. Many CD-Rs are sold under various brands, but with this tool you know what you are getting. The most accurate audio ripper for Windows environtment. Can be configured for use with any command line encoder. Simple to use, but loads of advanced features, including CD burning with SCSI drives.
Great test features for hardware testing and CD-R over burn capacity measuring.
Rock solid burning engine for safe multitasking while writing a CD-R. Not easiest program to use, but very recommended. Not free, but distributed as unlimited shareware. Another very good and one of the most popular DIVX players. Compact and simple WinAmp-like user interface. The Zoom Player is not very well known player, while it has some unique features.