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Nero has released a free version of Nero 9. Instead of a trial version that expires, they've released a stripped down version that can only be used to burn data discs and make copies.

This version of Nero 9 contains simply data burning and disc copying features for CDs and DVDs. Additional features and functionality are available with an upgrade to Nero 9 full version.

Download it and give it a try..

http://www.nero.com/eng/downloads-nero9-free.php

I just realized its a 55MB download. Hmm.. download free Nero or 2MB ImgBurn???

Yeah, I think if all I want to do is direct copy and data disks I'd stick with Image burn, it works well and is constantly updated for free.
I like a bunch of the trick features in Nero or I'd probably give up on it, I still use 7 here as it does everything I need so far.