You can download the software and work on your return even disconnected from the internet. But as ALWAYS (even when you used to use a CD) any updates and the state software programs must be downloaded via the internet. Your data is stored only on your own hard drive.
If you really want a CD you can purchase one for $10 after you pay for the download and have your license key.
TURBOTAX DESKTOP INSTALL CD FOR $10
https://turbotax.intuit.com/lp/ttd/4021/
Technology is changing and moving ahead. Most newer computers do not have disk drives. The other tax software companies have eliminated CD's and are only providing downloads.
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