What exactly is the Verizon CD for

We received a CD when we signed up for DSL. I am just wondering exactly what the purpose of this disk is?

I got a CD when I first signed up for DSL. 
It's software that walks you through the process of setting up your DSL link. 
First, it walks you through putting supplied filters in line with all your regular telephone equipment.  This section uses video to make the whole process crystal clear even to a complete neophyte.  Verizon seems to have put in quite a bit of effort to try to get most new customers through this stage without having to call tech support.
The second stage involves plugging the DSL router into the rhe PC via an ethernet cable,  into the phone line via a phone patchcord, and into AC power.  These cables are supplied.  This stage also uses video.
The next stage is a line test.  The video is very limited during this stage.  The test extends to the modem that's built into the DSL router, the phone line itself, the modem at Verizon's end,  and the internet gateway also at Verizon's end.  It logs into the gateway using some kind of all purpose account, with a username like "newDSLUser"  (I forget the exact username).
The final stage involves setting up the user parameters like the accountname and password assigned to this user for internet access, and access to a home page supplied by one of Verizon's partners.  My CD often flamed out in the middle of this stage, but no matter.  It got far enough so I could use the service. 
The video is OK in this stage, but it's a little less simplified that than the first stage.  Perhaps setting up an account is just more abstract than plugging in a filter.  Or perhaps they have ot keep changing it over time to stay in sync with their service.
Overall, it's a good intro to DSL, and most users should be able to get up and running with it without calling a tech.
You may have a different version of the CD.  Your mileage may vary.

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