Focus on: The Betamax and VHS Tape. Format Name: Betamax or Beta In Use: 1975 to late 1980’s Identifying Features: Betamax tapes are usually made from black or grey plastic with white hubs and a clear window on the left side making visible the left-hand reel. The Greek symbol for beta appears on the tape’s cover…
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Focus on: CD, DVD and DVD-RAM Format Name: Compact Disc (CD) Introduced: 1982 Developer brands: Phillips, Sony. Use: Originally conceived as an audio storage media, the CD was adapted for data storage as well. Types: CD-R (read only), CD-RE (re-writable), VCD: Video Compact Disc. Storage Capacity: 70MB or 80 mins. Format Name: Digital Versatile Disc…
Focus on: the Betamax Player. Format name: Betmax In use: 1975-1980’s Details: The first home Video Recorder introduced in 1975. To find more information on the Betamax player click the following links: playback equipment, obsolescence and preventive techniques.
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