[MacDV] Re: DVD Media - Durabilty

[Chris Piraino]

on 2/20/03 3:07 PM, Erica Sadun at erica at mindspring.com wrote:

>> What is the problem with DVD durability?     I realise a disc is
>> prone to physical abuse in the wrong hands,  eg.  tried hiring a DVD
>> from a library or a Video/DVD outlet ?   However,  I imagine the
>> comments being made are deeper than that .   Is it to do with the
>> organic dyes that Erica has  referred to in at least one of her
>> postings?
> 
> Organic dyes, yes. But more importantly, DVDs are composed
> of two laminated layers that, unlike CDs, can separate
> particularly when stressed over time. As a rule of thumb,
> don't store them in those cases where they "click" into place.
> 
> -- Erica


Previous post responding to you I said
What does click in place mean, the tape cassette click into case which I've
never seen or the click closing of the case?


Oops!, Sorry I jumped too soon re this thread. I thought we were talking
tape back up which I use for now. So please ignore.

Chris