DVD Technology
DVD stands for digital versatile disc, although it is also commonly referred to as digital video disc, due to the popularity of DVDs in the video industry. DVD technology allows for the storage of a large amount of data using digital technology. DVDs can store up to 17 gigabytes, compared to the storage capacity of a compact disc (CD), which is approximately 680 megabytes (1 gigabyte is equal to 1,024 megabytes).
Construction of a DVD
A DVD is a thin, circular wafer of clear plastic and metal measuring 4.75 inches (12 centimeters) in diameter with a small hole in its center. In its most basic...
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