CD-RW Recommendations please

[gregmacc2002]

Hi everyone. I'm about to buy my first CD writer.
I'm relatively new to computers so the learning curve is steep.
These are my needs: Backing up Playstation games with the least amount of fuss possible. - Transfering large image files to CD for archiving. - Backing up scratched and dirty audio CDs (without the pops and crackles if possible) to play on my home and car sound systems.

Super high write speeds are not a priororty. I will gladly trade speed for reliability.
I don't plan to use re- writable media in the foreseeable future but I will buy a CD-RW if there is no good reason not to.

My local IT Warehouse recommends Liteon LTR24102B.
I can also get Liteons 40x/12x/48x at a reasonable price.
I've heard the Plextors are good (although a bit expensive in this part of the world).

Any suggestions greatly appreciated....Greg (Adelaide, Australia)