DVD Basics FAQ

DVD is the most successful home entertainment product in history. Ever since it was introduced in 1997, DVD has taken off like a rocket and can be found in a growing number of practical configurations. However, what is DVD what really makes it different from VHS? To find out the answers to some basic questions on DVD, check out the following DVD and DVD Player Basics FAQs.

What Do The Letters "DVD" Actually Stand For?

What Makes DVD Different Than VHS?

What Is The Difference Between Movie DVDs And DVDs Made On A DVD Recorder Or PC?

What Is Region Coding? - What Is Meant By A Code-Free DVD Player?

How Do You Access The Audio On A DVD?

What Types Of Video Connections Do DVD Players Have?

How Do I Connect A DVD player To a TV That Only Has An Antenna Or Cable Connection?

What Is Meant By A DVD Player With Progressive Scan?

What Is A Universal DVD Player?

Can DVD Players Also Play Standard Music CDs?

What is a Superbit DVD?

What Are DualDiscs And Can DVD Players Play Them?

What Is Meant By An HD-compatible DVD player?

What About True High Definition DVD?

What Are All The types of DVD Players Currently Available?

Keep in mind, as with all consumer electronics technology, that things are constantly changing. In other words, these FAQs are dynamic and will be updated when needed. If you have any input into these FAQs, feel free to send me a comment or post it on my Forum.

Also, for answers to questions regarding topics specifically related to DVD recorders, be sure to also check out my DVD Recorder FAQ