Large capacity dvd-r's

[arnie22112000]

Hello, I recently heard that a dvd-r of larger than 4.7 gb is available. Is this true and what brand would it be (and size)?

[garryheather]

Not yet it's not, dual layer burners and media are on the horizon, but no definite date has been set TTBOMK, only general hints.

They are being touted as DVD-9, but if they keep to the specs then the second layer has to have less data on it than the first, so I would expect to see figures more in the 7.8 - 8.2Gb mark, personally.

In short, don't hold your breath.

Oh yes, you can get double sided DVD-R's, but they are rare, expensive, and most people complain if they get a flipper these days...

[arnie22112000]

Thanks very much for the info!

Arnie