Introduction CD ROMs store large amounts of computer data in a durable and compact medium. They are easy to install and use and offer capabilities which enhance access to relevant information.
Prices vary depending on the product.
Relevant information can be printed out. More complex CD-ROM titles, containing a rich mixture of text, colour photographs, video clips, animations and stereo sound, are now being released. These are known as multimedia CD-ROMs and are of great value for both undergraduate and postgraduate teaching. Many of these products include self-assessment questionnaires. The BMA Library has a growing collection of CD-ROMs.