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What is a compact disk?

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A compact disk is an average CD.

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What does a disk compact do?
if you're talking about for your computer, it clears up space for you. It combines like items so you have more free space to save items and more free space to have your computer run faster.
Which technology is used in Compact disks?
Laser Technology
Can you play British compact disks in American compact disk players?
Yes, Sony invented the specifications for Compact Discs and these are applied as a standard worldwide.
In what year was the compact disk invented?
1979 1982 - available for sale according to Ask.com PCH answer 1965
How was the compact disk player invented?
i-pods suck so they invented compact disk players aka CD playas