How did the CD evolve into?

The compact disc (CD) evolved from earlier digital storage technologies, with the first commercial CD being released in 1982. Originally designed for audio storage, the format quickly adapted to hold data, leading to the introduction of CD-ROMs in the late 1980s. As digital technology advanced, CDs transitioned to higher-capacity formats like CD-R and CD-RW, allowing users to record and rewrite data. However, by the 2000s, the rise of digital downloads and streaming services began to overshadow CDs, leading to a decline in their use in favor of more flexible and convenient digital formats.