How do you burn a data disc in ML

Hi
I would like to burn a few install programs to a data disc so that should I ever need to I can reinstall them but I am a a loss as how to do this in mountain lion on 2012 imac I do have a superdrive but since i haven't done this before not sure how to go about it. I have several installer downloads I purchased , I just don't want to repurchase them later if I can help it . thanks for all help:)
also on another note but maybe related can I use my old idvd program from ( not for this but future home movies ) my 2008 imac box set???

In addition to Clinton's method (which is handy if you already have the data files in one place or are willing to move or copy them into one place), you can also make use of "burn folders" -- special folders of aliases that "Burn (name) to disc" will follow while burning. When you drag any file or folder into a burn folder, an alias is created (much faster than copying the data, and less disruptive then moving it).
Search for "burn folder" in Finder Help for more information.

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Brian Kingman wrote:
Hi Nero,
well, It not workie. I get an error message that says "This disc could not be verified and might be unreliable.try again using a new, blank disc (error code 0x80020063).
I'm using Menmorex Dual Layer discs DVD+R DL recordable - 8X - 8.5GB - 240min.
the data I'm trying to back up is 7.86GB. Any thoughts?
thanks -BK
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One reason I use Toast is exactly what you experienced. Finder/DU burning usually works OK.
The key word there is usually.
I have never had a problem with Toast Titanium.
If you google with your error you get all kinds of issues/solutions.
One says that using an external drive worked but the internal did not.
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