media types help

[drdenby]

How do I know whether I should get DVD+R or DVD-R discs?

What is the difference?

 

[pyr0_m4n]

http://netforbeginners.about.com/cs/multimedia/a/DVD_explained.htm

Try that.

 

[drdenby]

Am I reading it right that for average use, just to make back up copies of dvds for example, then the difference is that +R is universally compatible and -R might not work?

 

[Malignant PC]

DVD +R is a little more for enthusiasts who would like the "best" feature set for DVD and audio recording at a higher price. DVD -R has nearly the same functionality and support at a lesser price tag. Below are the upsides to DVD +R.

1. Instantly eject without having to wait for finalized formatting.

2. Ability to record one DVD disc partially on PC and partially on television.

3. Background formatting: while the disc is being formatted, you can simultaneously record on already-formatted portions of the same disc.

4. Enhanced ability to edit filenames, movie and song titles, and playlists.

5. 100% compatibility with all other DVD players, while still enjoying these extra recording features.

Look at it like this.. If you are looking to pay extra for those extra features then go with DVD+R, if not then just go with DVD-R, you most likely not even notice the difference.

Nearly all DVD players support both DVD-R and DVD+R.

 

[drdenby]

Thanks. That has helped a lot. For just my basic needs, I may as well get the more economic disks. I wouldn't even know how to use the additional features.