...for my new computer build, in the 25-40 dollar range. The last couple I've bought for my wife's computer were Pioneer and they have been good units.(the first one was dropped and quit burning but still reads, I think) But I read on one of the computer forums that Pioneer now re-badges a Lite-On unit. Don't know if it is true or not. If so, reviews on the Lite-on are mixed and that doesn't thrill me.
So, what brand and model have you purchased recently (in the last year) that you are happy with. Even include ones you tried but didn't like. Thanks! Jim.