just drag and drop the card to a folder on your pc for backup. A cd cannot hold 1GB (so split the files in half and make two)but an empty dvd can hold 4.2GB reliably so there should be no problem there. Most cameras come with download software, these or others can help in organising photos by date, renaming, putting in themed folders etc. I put all my photos on dvd as originals and as slideshows with music and transition effects to play on tv.