Is there a difference between DVD+R & DVD-R?
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DVD-R = Write Once, DVD-RW = Rewrite 100 times. DVD+R & DVD+RW are the same as -R, except the +R is faster writing, better internal design & supports Drag & Drop. -R is the most compatible computer-burned DVD format. To check to see what kind of DVD you have: Goto, Windows 7 Control Panel / Hardware & Sound / Device Manger / DVD/CD-Rom /. My computer is DVD-Ram, which means a DVD-R drive.DVD-R drives only play and record to DVD-R or DVD-RW disks.
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We only use -R discs and can copy the DVD's w/o problem. We also know that the copies can't be altered.
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These are two different formats used by DVD recorders. The -R is the most common. Some recorders handle both formats but some can only record to one of them. You should check the instructions for your specific recorder to see which format(s) it can use.
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Linda: Not sure if this will help or not, but some older players such as the Panasonics require only DVD - disks. If you are using DVD+ disks, they will not work in some older players. Newer players can accept both the + and the - versions. Hope this helps.
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Short answer, yes. These discs will "burn" on a regular DVD-R/DVD+R rewritable drive. I recommend buying the Samsung External DVD Writer Model SE-SO84D. Also, I bought these discs because of the capacity (8.5 GB as opposed to 4.7 GB discs). They are definitely worth the money.
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I really don't know the difference, but what I bought works fine, and I have not had any problems. If ever there is added software, just delete the installation program after you have it running, but keep the disc in case of any failures or having to reinstall.
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I would say yes. i got a pack of 2 dvd-r disks at the 99cts. store to experiment. it worked. Try it, that's how you find stuff out.dvd-rw - yes
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I think so. I have only used DVD -R discs and not +R discs, so not 100% sure, but I believe it will copy both.
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Check your DVD players manual. It will tell you which format, either DVD + or DVD - if in doubt buy DVD - as it will play in most DVD players.
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The first one is of the DVD-R type, while the second one is of the DVD+R type. Functionally, there's no difference between them, as long as your DVD burner can read/write to both types of discs.There are apparently some potential compatibility issues on DVD players, if you're planning to burn video DVDs, so you may want to read the information below and also look at your DVD player's manual to make sure it can play whichever type you plan to purchase. (Chances are good that it can play both types.)Section 4.3.6 of the DVD FAQ is probably the most helpful one:"[4.3.6] Which recordable DVD format should I buy?As explained in the previous sections, there are two main formats: "dash" (DVD-R/RW) and "plus" (DVD+R/RW). There's not much difference between them. They both record data and video, and they both read back data and play back video. Both formats are available as recordable drives for computers and as home video recorders. In spite of claims that one format is more compatible with players and drives, both formats are similarly compatible (see 4.3.1). There are speed differences, but it's a game of leapfrog. One format will come out with faster write speeds, then the other one will match it or surpass it. 16x is the theoretical maximum speed, so the latest drives from both formats are close to the limit."
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are you sure? my model is old and i can't edit and finalize afterwards and use in another dvd player. The finalize process is the real important thing to play in other players, but just with RAM discs because it won't let me edit using DVD-RW discs.
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This may be better researched on Wikipedia but the short version is there is no difference (some older players had compatibility issues but they should all be gone by now...+R was usually more compatible with more systems) You can use these as video, music and data storage.
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You can use DVD+R discs. There is no real difference between DVD+R and DVD-R essentially they are the same. Yes you can watch recorded DVD's.
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It's a different format. I use +. I can make data discs for my computer, or a DVD (Video_TS) for my DVD player on the TV.
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On the front of the drive it says "DVD+R DL." I interpret this to mean a "yes" answer to your question. In spite of what this also implies, I can tell you from experience that it will also handle DVD rewritables. The only thing I noticed when using it was that it wrote quite a bit faster than I expected. I would definitely buy these drives again. One caution, though. This is a SATA drive and cannot be used with an IDE connector. Be sure you have an available SATA port before you spend money for it.
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Hi Christopher, this Sony DVDirect express only supports DVD+R and DVD-R. DVD+RW and DVD-RW discs are not supported. Double/dual layer discs and 8cm discs are also not supported. Hope this helps. -Ely
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DVD-R are more compatible with Players & have a little more memory almost 4.7 GB. DVD+DL & DVD-DL are for recording 8.5 GB on Two Layers with Dual Layers DVD+DL & DVD-DL. I use DVD-R for 4.7 GB & DVD+DL for 8.5 GB