Jonathan Bones
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Current RW drives, of course, will burn both standards (provided there's not a media compatibility problem), but what, if any, are the actual differences? At my computer store, dash seems generally preferred. But there are those who come in looking only for plus, as well. When I'm asked what the differences are, I want to be prepared.
The only technical difference I can find is that each type uses a different laser-guidance method for reading and writing (and the DVD+RW Alliance claims that theirs is slightly better for compatibility). Other than that, hard information suggests that the discs are basically identical. Modern readers/players should play both.
+ (developed by DVD+RW Alliance): only format with 16x media currently available, only format with dual-layer media currently available, slightly more compatible with players
- (developed by Pioneer): dash media is more widely available (?), other benefits?
Please let me know if any of these points are incorrect.
I believe I once read that one format was designed more with general data storage in mind, and the other for video. But which is which? I've been given contrasting opinions. Is there really much of a difference, at this point? If I told you I wanted to store home videos/copy movies, would you suggest one format over another?
Thanks!
The only technical difference I can find is that each type uses a different laser-guidance method for reading and writing (and the DVD+RW Alliance claims that theirs is slightly better for compatibility). Other than that, hard information suggests that the discs are basically identical. Modern readers/players should play both.
+ (developed by DVD+RW Alliance): only format with 16x media currently available, only format with dual-layer media currently available, slightly more compatible with players
- (developed by Pioneer): dash media is more widely available (?), other benefits?
Please let me know if any of these points are incorrect.
I believe I once read that one format was designed more with general data storage in mind, and the other for video. But which is which? I've been given contrasting opinions. Is there really much of a difference, at this point? If I told you I wanted to store home videos/copy movies, would you suggest one format over another?
Thanks!