Science Buddies
Science Buddies: Using Laser Pointer to Measure Data Track Spacing on C Ds, Dv Ds
You've probably noticed the colorful patterns "reflecting" from the shiny surface of a CD disk. What you are seeing is actually diffraction of white light, and the rainbows of color are diffraction patterns. In this project you'll learn...
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Dvd Guides
A technical site for advanced DVD enthusiasts to learn the latest techniques in DVD technology. Included is how to copy or "burn" DVDs, how to convert DVDs / Videos to view in your iPod, or how to rip audio from a DVD to Audio CD.
Scientific American
Scientific American: What's a Dvd and How Does It Work?
This "Ask the Expert" article answers the question "What's a DVD and how does it work?" clearly and thoroughly. Compares the DVD to other data storage units, and to itself! Did you know there are more types of DVDs other than what you...
PC Technology Guide
Pc Tech Guide: Dvd
This resource presents detailed information and illustrations on the DVD technology.
PC Technology Guide
Pc Tech Guide: Dvd
This PC Technology Guide site offers information about DVD-ROMs, including format, types, how it is made, and an illustration.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Cd R
This site from the Encyclopedia Wikipedia provides a definition of what a "CD-R," is. Includes an image, external links, and hyperlinked terms. A good site for familiarizing yourself with this storage device.