1. The process of preparing an optical disk for data storage

2. A component that reflects the laser beam back to the detector

3. A temporary storage area used to compensate for speed differences between the disk and the computer

3. The process of permanently recording data onto an optical disk

4. A protective case used to store and transport optical disks

5. The maximum amount of data that can be stored on an optical disk

6. A flat, rotating medium for storing and retrieving digital data

7. The process of retrieving or restoring lost or corrupted data from an optical disk

8. One of the multiple levels on an optical disk where data can be stored

8. A unique identifier or name assigned to an optical disk

9. A small portion of an optical disk where data is stored

9. The rate at which data is accessed or transferred on an optical disk

10. The process of checking the accuracy and integrity of data on an optical disk

11. A device that emits a highly focused beam of light used to read and write data on an optical disk

12. The device used to read or write data on an optical disk

13. The process of accessing and retrieving data from an optical disk

14. A table or list that provides pointers to the location of data on an optical disk

14. The process of creating and managing an index on an optical disk

15. The organization and structure of data on an optical disk

16. Read-Only Memory, a type of optical disk that contains pre-recorded data

17. Read-Write, a type of optical disk that allows data to be written and erased multiple times

18. The process of recording data onto an optical disk

19. A tiny indentation or hole on the surface of an optical disk used to represent data

20. A unit of stored information on an optical disk