[MacDV] DVD Media - Durabilty

[Erica Sadun]

At 6:26 AM +1030 2/21/03, Ian Tucker 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