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Which way do discs spin when being read by a computer?

Question #61507. Asked by bobguy89.

eragonfreak
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eragonfreak

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i am pretty sure they spin counterclockwise

Jan 05 2006, 7:26 PM
gmackematix
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gmackematix
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A CD (or DVD) rotates clockwise as seen from above the label. The spiral track of pits on the CD will have the same direction whether being read by a CD-player or a computer. The speed varies between about 500 rev/minute when reading the inner part of the track to about 200 revs/minute while reading the outer part.
I'm not sure about the magnetic discs in drives such as the hard drive as they do not work the same way.

Jan 05 2006, 8:55 PM
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