Abstract: Just when it seems that there are no easy answers in the choice of which recordable DVD format to opt for, Sony provides an all-in-one in the form of the DRU-500A. But is it the answer to our prayers, or a new nightmare all of its own?
Abstract: <b>Spec:</b> DVD±RW, 32x (CD) / 8x (DVD), 24x (CD) / 4x (DVD-R) / 2.4x (DVD+R), 10x (CD) / 2x (DVD-RW) / 2.4x (DVD+RW)<br> <b>Good:</b> Supports all four popular DVD-recordable formats; writes DVD-R at 4X and DVD-RW at 2X; great performance; affordable; generous software bundle.<br> <b>Bad:</b> High-speed 2X DVD-RW media still hard to find; no Mac support.<br> <b>Bottomline:</b> If youre shopping for a DVD-recordable drive, put the fast, flexible DRU-500A at the top of your list.<br>
