DVD-R vs. DVD+R

[DVD_NDN]

hello

I've been encountering problems when backing up my DVD's. The problems were described in another post I'd made as being random pauses and glitches.

The type of media I was using when I encountered the problem were "MAXELL DVD-R" discs. I've tried various programs, but the result was the same to varying degrees. The errors would range from momentary pauses to the movie all out freezing (to the point that I had to stop the movie, restart it, just to encounter the same problem again).

Suffice it to say, theres problems.

I HAVE however, found a partial solution. This is where I need your input.

When I used "MEMOREX DVD+RW" discs to backup my movies I encountered no problems.
With that in mind I invested in a 25 stack of MEMOREX DVD-R discs.
suprise! glitches and pauses.

Now I am left with several questions.
What is the actual difference between DVD-R and DVD+R?
Any ideas why I would encounter problems with one and not the other?
does the fact that I am using DVD+RW discs made a huge difference (relative to DVD+R)?

I'd rather not invest in alot of DVD+RW dics if another format will do the same job (At a price thats a little lower).

The specs are as follows for the tools used.
p-4 1.77
256MB RAM
DVD shrink 3.2
DVD Decrypter
Nero smart start (nero express 6)
Maxell DVD-R
Memorex DVD+RW
Toshiba 1800 standalone dvd player
LG GSA 4120B Supermulti DVD rw

thank you for your time.

[Capmaster]

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