[MacDV] Re: Any real-world difference between -R and +R?

[Mike Swope]

Used to be that -R is more compatible with today's devices. I believe 
this is still true today. Apple, using the 105 and 106 mechanisms, is 
poised to take advantage of +R if necessary.

sb wrote:

> I have heard that +R is more compatible with set top boxes.
> 
> I have Superdrives and have not had any problems.
> 
> I have bought no name 4x media from MeritLine, and I have also bought Fuji
> at stores (with instant rebates). No coasters. All 4.7GB discs.
>  sb
> 
> On 9/17/03 2:27 PM, "Dr. M. Burek" <mrwitch at tampabay.rr.com> wrote:
> 
> 
>>I'm looking to buy a DVD burner. However, with all of the standards and
>>everything, I'm a bit confused. Is there any real-world difference
>>between DVD's burned as -R or +R?
>>
>>I know that OS X can't read +R (a strike against +R), but that's all,
>>really. I'm trying to decide if I should get a cheaper -R/-RW drive, or
>>go with a more expensive -R/-RW/+R/+RW drive.
>>
>>So, why do people use +R? Cheaper media? Better Media? More compatible?
>>More capacity?
>>
>>Also, what is a good brand/model of media to get, that is reasonably
>>available, especially in stores (not necessarily online)? Looking
>>primarily for compatibility & price - capacity not an issue.
>>
>>thanks!
> 
> 
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