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If you have any questions that aren't covered here, be sure to contact us for more information.

Do they really work?
Of course they work! CD Business Cards play in standard CD-ROM tray-style players just like ordinary compact discs.

How do they work?
CD Business Cards operate from the inner ring of your CD-ROM tray. There’s no need for any special equipment.

How do CD Business Cards differ from regular CD-ROM Discs?
There are three differences between a CD Business Card and a regular CD-ROM:
1. Shape - CD Business Cards are the same size as a credit card, which means that they become instantly portable in breast pockets or wallets.
2. Capacity - CD Business Cards can hold as much as 100MB of information, allowing you to take advantage of newer technologies like Flash, Director, Searchable Databases and Streaming Audio and Video.
3. Effectiveness - CD Business Cards are instantly memorable. Nothing makes an impression like leaving a CD-ROM business card with your prospective client. They will view it out of sheer curiosity!

Does your company design the content for the CD Business Cards?
We will gladly help you develop your ideas and improve your final product.

What types of information / data can I put on the cd?
CD Business Cards hold the same information that can be duplicated on a standard CD. This includes text, audio, images, animation, video and software.

Can I include links to my email address and web site?
Yes, you certainly can! In fact, we encourage you to do so, as your business cards become instant advertising agents for your web site.

How much information can I put on CD Business Cards?
The amount of information that a business sized cd can hold depends on the overall size and shape of the CD. This can be anywhere from 35 - 50 megabytes (MB) of data.
To give you an idea of how this translates into real terms, the following list indicates the approximate capacity of a 50 MB CD:

· PDF in English: up to 1,500 pages
· HTML with average graphics: 500-2000 pages
· MMD File: 1-2 hours
· Flash Animation: 4-6 hours
· Video (320 x 240 pixel, 30 frames, MPEG): 5 minutes
· CD-Audio: 4 minutes. 45 seconds
· Power Point: 250 slides
· MP3 Music in stereo CD quality: 48 minutes
· MP3 Music in stereo FM quality: 96 minutes
· MP3 Music in mono voice quality: 400 minutes

What can I use a CD Business Card for?
Interactive presentations, business promotions, driving traffic to your website - the list goes on!
Please see our list of uses for more great ideas.

Why should I get CD Business Cards?
In an increasingly competitive business environment it is important to stand out from the crowd. A business sized cd enhances your company’s image while stretching your marketing dollar. Your target is far more likely to listen and respond to your message if it is presented in such a dynamic manner.

How much does an order cost?
Price will vary depending upon the quantity ordered and the specifications of your CD Business Card. Click here to view our pricing.

How many CD Business Cards can I order?
Our minimum order for CD Business Cards is 10 discs.

Are CD Business Cards both PC and Mac compatible?
Yes, they are both PC and Mac compatible. Just like any other CD-ROM, CD Business Cards can be created to run on both PC and MAC platforms. They can also be created to auto run, meaning that all the viewer needs to do is to insert the Card in their CD-ROM drive, sit back and enjoy your presentation!

How do I order?
Simply email or call us at 612.747.4781 or 507.625.7866 and we will be happy to process your order.

How long does it take to process my order?
Orders are processed immediately. If we have all the content, you will often have them in your hands in 1-2 days.

Why Webicine for my CD Business Cards?
Webicine personally handles the entire process. We will lay out the graphic design, print and adhere the labels and replicate the data. We can do all this for less than other businesses charge for orders smaller than 500.

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