To access a data CD on a linux workstation, insert the CD and type the command:

mount /media/cdrom

or

mount /media/cdrecorder

depending on whether your workstation is fitted with a CD-ROM or CD burning drive.

The CD contents will then be accessible under that directory name. When finished, you should dismount the device (eg “umount /media/cdrom”) before removing it.

You can also use hot-plugged firewire or USB storage devices. To mount a device after connecting it, type:

mount /media/usbdisk

When finished, you should dismount the device using the umount command before removing it.

For CD/DVD burning, we recommend using cdrecord for basic burning of ISO images, or k3b for more advanced use.