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How to Buy a DVD Recorder
Want to make your own DVDs? No question the discs have it tapes beat for quality and convenience. Here's what you need to know before you buy.
Wednesday, June 27, 2007 5:00 PM PDT
Introduction
Want to make your own DVDs? No question the discs have it all over tapes for quality and convenience. Whether you're looking to time-shift your favorite TV programs or edit and archive home video footage, today's DVD recorders can get the job done. Here's what you need to know before you buy.
The Big Picture
Recording format is a significant decision, but getting the right feature set in the recorder is usually more important. more
The Specs Explained
What's the difference between DVD-R/RW, DVD+R/RW, and DVD-RAM? We sort out the specifications. more
DVD Recorder Shopping Tips
Before you head to the mall, read these key factors in choosing the DVD recorder that's right for you. more
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