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Microsoft Chooses Sides in DVD War | |
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| Time: 09:25 EST/14:25 GMT | News Source: ZDNet | Posted By: Julien Jay | ||
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Microsoft has decided to support one of two competing formats for popular DVD recording technology, a decision that is intended to make the storage devices as easy to use as current CD burners and floppy drives. At its annual Windows Hardware Engineering Conference ( WinHEC), Microsoft plans to demonstrate software and to provide technical documentation for incorporating the DVD+RW format into its Windows operating system, according to a Microsoft Web site detailing the schedule for the conference. "This presentation explains how support for DVD+RW in Windows has been designed to become the standard storage solution for the PC and consumer electronics environments," reads the description of a presentation planned for next week's show. Microsoft will be adding support for DVD+RW into a future version of Windows, code-named Longhorn, according to the site. | ||
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| #1 By 2960 (156.80.64.135) at 4/15/2002 9:22:45 AM |
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And a terrible choice they made...
Honestly, I think they went with DVD+RW because it's the only format they have even the slightest chance of manipulating or controlling. DVD-R/RW is fully entrenched, is a standard that works, is supported by several major companies, and is compatible with all but the most esoteric DVD players. DVD+RW is wrought with problems and incompatibilities, not to mention higher costs. But, it's screwed up enough that Microsoft can step in, "Save The Day", and manipulate it to their advantage. Damn. See how cynical this company can make you? TL |
| #2 By 116 (129.116.86.41) at 4/22/2002 10:38:16 AM |
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Ahh poor Tech Larry. Sound like sour grapes to me over that new iMac you were so happy to buy.
LOL I TOLD YOU SO!!! And don't read in any conspiracy theories. Could it be that DVD+RW is a superior format? Thanks, Ben |
| #3 By 2960 (156.80.64.135) at 4/25/2002 9:00:38 AM |
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Dude,
What the hell are you talking about? TL |
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