How to Burn ISO Image to DVD/CD on Windows 10/7 in Less than 5 Minutes

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ISO is a popular file format for archiving. In short, a bunch of files is compressed in a single ISO file that can be burned to a CD/DVD or USB drive. Now, burning an ISO image file is not as likely as copying multimedia files in CD/DVD. No, it's not like that because if you simply copy the ISO file into a CD/DVD then it will appear as it is and no file from the ISO image file will be extracted.

For example, if you are creating a Windows bootable disk by burning an ISO image file then first, you will be required to have the single ISO image file of the operating system then you will be required to burn the file into a CD/DVD and when you open the disk, it will show all the required files to install the operating system on your computer. Hence, the ISO image file will be unpacked. In this tutorial, we will introduce you guys with 3 familiar ISO burner utilities to accomplish this task.


Method 1. Burn ISO to DVD with Free ISO Burner

Free ISO Burner is a free and open source tool available on the internet that you can use to burn ISO disk image files into CD/DVD directly. It's a bit difficult to use as it is really very old and never updated since the release. Yet, if you can follow these instructions then surely, you will be able to burn the ISO image into CD/DVD.

Step 1: Download the program and run it. No need to install the program at all.

Step 2: Insert the CD/DVD on your PC and wait for it recognize it. The recognition process takes longer since this program is a bit slower.

Step 3: Click on "Open" and find the ISO image file from your computer.

Step 4: Then simply click on "Burn" and wait for the process to be finished. This program is very slower when it comes to burning ISO image file. So, have patience at this point.

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That's all. Once the ISO file is burnt, eject the disk and you should have all the files extracted from the image disk.

Cons:

* Threating virus detected by antivirus software.

* Very slow burning process.

* Outdated and poorly designed interface.

 

Method 2. How to Burn ISO to DVD Bootable with UUkeys ISOMate

If you are a new user then certainly the above 2 tools are not reliable. It also has a potential threat to infect your computer. That's why, UUkeys team has taken the liberty to create an effective tool to make a suitable ISO burning program. UUkeys has developed tons of programs in this era with thousands of positive reviews. So, trust and effectiveness are not an issue with them.

UUkeys ISOMate is yet another invention of this company that not only helps to burn ISO image files into CD/DVD and USB drive but it makes sure that disk is bootable and executable. Hence, the ISO image file is not only unzipped but all the files inside it will be accessible. Moreover, it allows you to burn the ISO image file into your chosen system format like FAT16, FAT32, IDE, NTFS and so on. In addition, it is compatible with every Windows operating system.

 

Step 1: Install the latest version of this program on your Windows computer and install it.

Step 2: Insert the CD/DVD and the program will automatically detect your device.

Step 3: Next, select the targeted ISO image file and choose the settings that you like.

Step 4: When you are satisfied with the preferences, click on "Start Burn" and within few moments the ISO image file will be successfully burnt into your CD/DVD. This program is 10 times faster than any other program and it perfectly burns the ISO image file into the required device.

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Method 3. How to Burn ISO File to DVD with Active ISO Burner

Another free ISO burning tool being widely used by people is called Active ISO burner. A fine and nice ISO burning tool designed by Soft Technologies. It's also a plug and play program that requires no installation at all. Very simply outlook and does the task perfectly.

Step 1: Download the program and run it as administrator.

Step 2: Next, locate the ISO image file on your computer and open it.

Step 3: You can customize the settings if you want but if you don't know then leave it as the default setting.

Step 4: Finally, click on "Burn" and your work is done. Kindly wait a few minutes for the process to finish and use the disk to read the ISO image file.

Active ISO Burner

Cons:

* Burning fails on latest DVD disc.

* Not able to make bootable DVD.

* Ugly layout to work with.

 

In this article, we have shown 3 ways to burn ISO image files to CD/DVD and USB drivers. Remember, ISO files are always being required by everyone since most operating system and application can be compressed with ISO file format these days. So, it is absolutely required to have UUkeys ISOMate because this tool will be handy throughout your life. The license you buy will be for lifetime and you will get dedicated support for lifetime as well.


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