What is meant by DVD+R & DVD-R and DVD+-RW etc?
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http://www.windowsxpmagazine.co.uk/tutorials/windows/dvd_formats is a nice article all about DVD FORMATS covers lots of things, you should head to read it.\n\naccording to the article + - shows some compatibility issues.
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It's just two different formats of DVD media.  If you plan to use either make sure you're DVD writer is compatible with the type you plan to use.  Most of the newer drives can let you use both types. They will say something like DVD±R (DVD +/- R).\nCheck out the two links below.
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I don't know what that guys talking about cd+rw... doesn't exsist, i'm sure he's thinking of dvd + or - R/r. CD's are a bit simpler. no need for format wars.\n\nThat said make sure it is fact a CD-r/w drive that you posess. the front of the drive should have a logo that says "compact disc ReWritable" \n\nif it is in fact a CD-rw drive you may have to upgrade the firmware or driver. \n\ndepending on your operating system there are different ways to get to the device manager. in XP its start>Control panel>performance>system>hardware tab> device manager. \nin the device manager you should see\na + next to dvd/cd rom drives. expand to see your cd-rw manufacturer and model. Type this in to a browser with the word firmware. I'm sure tons of sites will come up with detailed instructions on how to upgrade you firmware.\nif you are using windows 2000, 98 or ME you may also need to find a new driver. also detailed info on the net. sorry i cant give you an exact web address becuase i do not know your OS or cd-rw model. just do a google search. \nafter doing this get roxio or nero. they are the most prominent and user friendly burning programs.\ngood luck.
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the only real difference is if the DVD player you want to play the disks back on support that format or not. you can use any on your PC but might not be able to play back on your DVD player. if you want to be able to re use the disks you will need +RW or -RW. if you just want to record something for keeping then +R or -R which are cheaper are fine. the 4x 8x  etc refer to the speed at which you can record onto them you can use any speed you want but your drive will only work up to its max speed, +/- R are faster than +/- RW.
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What does DVD mean?\n\nThe keyword is "versatile." Digital Versatile discs provide superb video, audio and data storage and access -- all on one disc.\n\nR - Read\nRW - Read/Write\n+ and - are different underlying formats on the disc that have been developed by different groups.\nMost recent DVD players and newer DVD drives can play/read most formats, but you should check the specifications to be sure.
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this should help you\nhttp://forums.afterdawn.com/thread_view.cfm/105641\n\nthis entire forum is about dvds\nhttp://forums.afterdawn.com/
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The storekeeper was more or less correct. There is no substantial difference between DVD-R and DVD+R; they are just two opposing formats supported by two different camps of companies. DVD-R was created by Pioneer, and has been recognised by the DVD Forum, a forum consisting of DVD authors and manufacturers. However, this forum has no power to set industry wide standards. Apple uses this format. DVD+R is supported by Sony, Philips, HP, Dell, Microsoft, Yamaha, amongst others. Both formats are based on CD-R/RW technology, with the major difference being DVD+R's natural ability to contain more than one layer of data. However, this also results in excessive costs. Nowadays it is possible to find dual layer DVD-R' too. Amongst all standalone DVD players, around 89% support both DVD-/+R, while the remaining 4% support only DVD-R, and 7% support only DVD+R. Thus, which type to purchase is your decision; if you wish to burn DVD movies, purchase the type which is supported by your DVD player. However, before purchasing, check the specifications of your DVD burner to see which format(s) it supports. Neither can be considered "better" off-hand. If your work requires handling large amounts or Data, then go in for a dual layer DVD+R, as they are easier to locate than dual layer DVD-R's, which have not gained market acceptance.
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Another possibility is the quality of the DVD+rw .  I have experience many times certain DVD working fine in one player but not in another due to disk manufacturer.
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that means the it will read the + disks and also the - disks and also means that will will burn + & -, when you go and buy your DVD Disk to make copies or what ever it will say like DVD+R or DVD-R that means just about any disk that you get or buy it will work in that DVD + / - , hope this helped :-)
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If you have a DVD+/-R drive, you can read the disk off a +R disk and copy it to a -R disk.  Check in your DVD burner software for a "disk Copy" utility.
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Way back in the stone age when DVD burners were first available to us, the format used was DVD-R so, most older types of home DVD players that are hooked to your TV will play this type of DVD. DVD+R is a more recent format of DVD burning, so most newer home DVD players will play these, as well as the DVD-Rs. A DVD+RW or DVD-RW are the REWRITABLE type of DVDs, just like your CD-RWs are. The only difference is the +/- designations. If your burning DVDs for other people, it's a good idea to use the DVD-R type discs, so they won't have a problem playing them on their player at home.
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It's more of a difference in the media type.  DVD-R is not compatible with DVD+R drives and DVD+R is not compatible with DVD-R drives.  However, if you buy a DVD-/+R drive, then both medias will work.  DVD+R are cheaper usually.\n\nThe DVD-R standard was formed by Time Warner, Mitshubishi, Sony and Hitachi.  DVD+R was formed by DVD+RW Alliance i.e.  Sony, Yamaha, Philips, Dell, and JP.\n\nIt's more of a "securing market share" move.  However, now most drives are DVD-/+R drives.  So, the difference is not that noticeable
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the way the info is put onto the disk is the simplest way to describe it  ... -r is the most compatible with settop players followed by +r and then the rws'.
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Background:\n\nDVD-R and DVD+R are both single layer, although they are composed of 2 disks glued together; one for recording and the other as a stability layer. DVD+ has the ability to support dual layer disks, but they must have DL after it (i.e. DVD+R DL).  Dual layer DVDs hold 8.54 GB and DVD's hold 4.7 GB, which is about 4.38 Gigs on a computer because DVDs are measured differently. DVDs spin about 3 times faster than CDs, allowing a larger data rate, making them optimal for video.  By the way, DVD means Digial Versitile Disk.\n\nAnswer:\n\nThe DVD- format was set up by a group as the "standard".  DVD+ disks are rivals of the DVD- format, and therefore are not considered as an official format, but they work in most situations.  The + disks are engineered differently and are considered track better and write better.  Again, the + system will SUPPORT Dual Layer, but it must be labeled with a DL.
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It means you put information, backup files or copy info onto the DVD as a hard copy.\nYou have to have a DVD RW drive in your computer.  It will "read" info off of discs that already have stuff on them.\nIt will "write" or create a disc with the info you want to put on it.
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DVD-R and DVD+R are to different types of single DVD write formats. The DVD-R is most compatible with set top DVD players. All modern DVD burners support both types of format. The DVD-RW and DVD+RW are formats that can be written to and erased up to 1000 times.
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your dvd burner only  supports dvd +r discs so get dvd +r discs