Just came across this software which could be used as an alternative for Nero for CD/ DVD writing.
With the file size of just 2.7 MB the free version of this software can do lots than expected.
As per the editor review at Download.com
This free program lets you create data and audio CDs from files on your computer. After a fairly quick installation, DeepBurner launches and asks whether you want to create an audio or data CD or burn an ISO image. The program’s design strongly resembles Windows Explorer. You can browse your computer in the right pane to find files, then drag and drop them into the left pane to queue for burning. The burning process is pretty fast, although the lack of burn-proof and data-verification actions means you might want to use re-recordable disks in case the program doesn’t work for your setup. Despite an underdeveloped feel, DeepBurner works fine for most uses, especially considering that it costs nothing.
Here is a comparision between the free and pro version of Deepburner.
You can download Deepburner 1.8 at download.com or deepburner website . Here is the direct download link at deepburner website.
Which software you have tried other than Nero ?? Do share it with comment 
. Also are you are looking for other free cd burning software? There are all kinds of
software available on the web. Just do your research into the types of software you are looking for and you’ll be able to find a great program.
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I use Ashampoo software (free) and I started to like it so much that I no longer like Nero. It does what I actually want, nothing more and nothing less.
@ashwin thanks for the software info.
.. will surely check that out