Is there a big difference between DVD-R and DVD+R? If so what is it? Which one is better for burning DVD's?
2006-07-05 02:20:54 · 10 answers · asked by itsme 4 in Computers & Internet ➔ Other - Computers
DVD+R A recordable DVD format similar to CD-R in that it is a write-once medium. Backed by Sony, Philips, Yamaha, HP, and others.
Often called "plus R", the format is write once (compared to DVD+RW which can be erased and rewritten). The single sided discs can hold 4,700,000,000 bytes (4.38 Gigabytes at 1024 bytes to the kilobyte) with double sided discs holding twice as much. There are no dual layer single sided recordable discs. This format competes with the DVD Forum DVD-R specification. DVDR help DVDR information.
DVD-R Recordable defines a standard for recordable DVD drives and media defined by the DVD Forum. Often called "minus R", the format is write once (compared to DVD-RW which can be erased and rewritten). The single sided discs can hold 4,700,000,000 bytes (4.38 Gigabytes at 1024 bytes to the kilobyte) with double sided discs holding twice as much. There are no dual layer single sided recordable discs. This format competes with the DVD+R format. DVDRhelp DVDR information
2006-07-05 03:00:03 · answer #1 · answered by Marvinator 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
DVD + and - R are just two different formats. DVD-R will be more compatable with older DVD players, although both are good for the most part. DVD + R are cheaper to make the drives, and this enables companies like Dell to say, "get this computer with a DVD burner" and save a few bucks at the same time. I pretty much only use DVD-R, because it has worked for everything that I need it too.
2006-07-05 09:25:58 · answer #2 · answered by a_poor_misguided_soul 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They are two different language DVDs. You need a plus R reader to the DVD+R and the same for the other. Both types have about the same limits. So it doesnt really matter which one you choice but you need the corrosponding writer of the DVD you have
2006-07-05 09:24:51 · answer #3 · answered by evoltrinity 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think DVD+R is the better format for DVD's, it's got better error correction.
2006-07-05 09:22:51 · answer #4 · answered by Rowdy answers 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
like beta and vhs, they're simply different formats, created with backing from different corporations. most modern dvd players are compatible with both formats, but, in pure numbers, there are more players out there that are dvd-r compatible than there are dvd+r compatible. with regard to picture, audio quality, etc., there would be no practically discernable advantage/disadvantage to either.
the new hd dvds coming out should be significant leaps in quality.
2006-07-05 09:26:39 · answer #5 · answered by festivus_for_the_restovus 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i think both is good..
but recently i found some problem that dvd+r only burn + disc and dvd-r only burn - disc
may be dvd with both +/- is better one
2006-07-05 09:27:24 · answer #6 · answered by deval_agrifarman 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Of course there is a difference. It's a very difficult to explain here. Difference is techical. You can try to go to http://www.dvdforum.org/forum.shtml
I (and most of the ppl) use DVD-R becouse it can offer a greater speed and functionality.
2006-07-05 09:26:09 · answer #7 · answered by mpenza77 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
DVD-R means they r rewritble so if u screw up its ok u can still right over it DVD+R means if u screw up u cant earse it or copy over it...so i would suggest getting the DVD-R
2006-07-05 09:24:18 · answer #8 · answered by ... 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I use DVD-R and I had no problems
2006-07-05 09:25:17 · answer #9 · answered by Not_Here 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am so glad you asked this question because I wanted to know too. I think Rowdy answers hit the nail on the head.
2006-07-05 09:25:33 · answer #10 · answered by sam 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋