What is the differance between DVD-R - and DVD-R +?

Answer 1

(-) is the format used on store-bought DVDs and by earlier standard DVD players. A video DVD burned in this format will be more compatible with older players. Was once necessary to use a -R disk for recording DVDs that would play on any stand-alone DVD player.

(+) uses a different file system. Has a few advantages for computer use. More efficient use of space, faster seek access to data, etc...

Newer DVD players will play either format with no problems. There are now DVD writers that can "booktype" a DVD+R to DVD-R as they burn the disk, making it compatible with older players or usable as a DVD-R master. This feature is mostly seen on the burners that have the LightScribe feature, as there are no DVD-R LightScribe disks being made (little demand and no need with the booktyping).

and to JP... I have to comment about you...

UNDERSTAND WHAT YOU READ BEFORE YOU CRITICIZE IT, ESPECIALLY SO STRONGLY!!!

Where did I say store-bought DVDs were burned??? THEY DO USE THE (-) FILE SYSTEM. THAT IS A FACT!!! That's what was important to get across in order to answer the question and explain the existence of DVD-R disks. Many pressed DVDs are created using the data from a DVD-R master. Some DVD-R ARE actually sold to consumers.

I originally worded the post "-R is the format used by store-bought DVDs" to make things easier to understand. THERE IS NO DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE FORMAT OF A DVD-R OR PRESSED DISC. JUST A DIFFERENT MANUFACTURING PROCESS AND THE QUESTION DIDN'T REQUIRE GOING INTO THAT. I have reworded my post to please you... So you can quit your childish whining...

In your post... all you demonstrated is your incredibly low level of reading comprehension, know-it-all attitude, and chip on your shoulder... congrats... I guess... Now quit being mischievous and let the grown-ups talk. Sorry if I correctly and completely answered the question before you got to it... Grow up and take it like a man!!!

... And talk about not helping anyone... Did your post have anything at all to contribute as far as answering the question??? Nope... So in words very similar to your own... Please do not post garbage just to be abrasive and try to show off your little golden nuggets of knowledge , it does no one any help.

Answer 2

The two recordable DVD formats are DVD-R and DVD+R. They use different approachs for guiding the laser and formatting. At one time there were significant differences in the way the two format's recorders operated. Editing capabilities, erasing, and finalization were different. Now, however, I do not think there is a big difference in operation or performance; new DVD players will read both types, and you can get computer drives that will record either format. Also, media availability and cost are about the same.

Answer 3

Very good question. I read all about how cds and DVDs work everything!! I did not find out what the difference is except +R is better then -r. Why? I cannot tell you but I know for a 100% fact that +R is better. Lets see what others have to say.

I heard +R burns faster and has better quality or something on that line. But the difference in the disk its self I do not know. I have been looking for the answer for about 2 weeks.

Answer 4

DVD+R and DVD-R are diverse formats of recordable DVD. before you purchase DVDs for recording you will desire to ascertain you have the proper form of disc (you may additionally take this into attention whilst determining to purchase the DVD author in the 1st place). maximum DVD recorders will play the two formats yet only checklist to certainly one of them (SONY checklist on the two formats nevertheless). you will would desire to ascertain which format your computer will write to and look at as properly. The bit which denotes the format is the + or - sign. The R stands for recordable which skill you are able to write to it as quickly as, RW stands for rewritable which skill you are able to write over it so for you to use it returned and returned returned.

Answer 5

Just an additional note. DVD +R seem to be compatible with more devices.

Answer 6

I have to comment about the previous poster. Store bought DVD's are NOT burned. They are pressed. As in using a pressing machine. Please do not post misinformation, it does no one any help.

Answer 7

one has a minus the other has a plus