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What are DVD region codes? 2.0 stars
Movie studios use region codes on DVDs to thwart unauthorized copying, and to control the release dates of DVD movies. The actual region code is stored in one byte on the DVD. The DVD player or drive has a region code in its firmware. Personal computer DVD-ROM players often hav...
Can anyone hear my baby monitor? 3.0 stars
A baby monitor is essentially a radio transmitter on a fixed frequency that puts out a nice FM signal so long as it is on. Most baby monitors transmit on a fixed frequency of 49.300, 49.830, 49.845, 49.860, 49.875, or 49.890 MHz (some have an A/B switch that lets you pick one o...
What is the difference between DVD+R and DVD-R? 2.0 stars
DVD+ ("plus") and DVD- ("dash") are two competing DVD formats. You may remember the "war" between the Betamax and VHS formats for domination of the VCR market. The big difference with DVD+R vs. DVD-R is that there are hybrid (dual-format) drives capa...
Can I play CDs on a DVD player? 3.0 stars
Yes. DVD players are completely compatible with audio compact discs. And music will become increasingly available in DVD format. See What is the difference between DVD-audio and CDs? for more discussion of the DVD audio format.
Can I record television shows or movies on a DVD player? 1.0 stars
Yes, you can -- if your DVD player is also a DVD recorder.
What does "DVD" stand for? 2.0 stars
"DVD" stands for digital versatile disc, but some sources declare that it doesn't stand for anything anymore.