DVD+RW Alliance

DVD+RW Alliance is an industry consortium that was formed to develop and promote the DVD+RW optical disc format. The alliance consists of a group of companies that work together to ensure the compatibility and standardization of the DVD+RW format across various devices and platforms.

History[edit | edit source]

The DVD+RW Alliance was established in 1997 by a coalition of leading technology companies, including Sony, Philips, Hewlett-Packard, Dell, Ricoh, Yamaha, and Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation. The primary goal of the alliance was to create a rewritable DVD format that would offer better performance and compatibility compared to existing formats like DVD-RW and DVD-RAM.

Technology[edit | edit source]

The DVD+RW format is a type of optical disc that allows users to record, erase, and re-record data multiple times. It uses a phase-change recording layer that can be altered by the laser in a DVD+RW drive. The format supports a storage capacity of 4.7 GB per disc, which is equivalent to approximately 120 minutes of standard-definition video.

Features[edit | edit source]

Compatibility: DVD+RW discs are designed to be compatible with a wide range of DVD players and drives.
Error Management: The format includes advanced error management features to ensure data integrity.
Flexibility: Users can easily add or delete files on a DVD+RW disc, making it a versatile option for data storage and multimedia applications.

Members[edit | edit source]

The DVD+RW Alliance includes several prominent technology companies. Some of the key members are:

Impact[edit | edit source]

The DVD+RW format has had a significant impact on the optical disc industry. It has provided consumers and businesses with a reliable and flexible medium for data storage and multimedia applications. The format's compatibility with a wide range of devices has contributed to its widespread adoption.