BDROMskivor

BDROMskivor, which translates to "BD-ROM discs" in English, refers to optical discs used for storing digital data, primarily for distributing high-definition video content. BD-ROM is a read-only format, meaning the data is permanently written during manufacturing and cannot be altered by the end-user. This distinguishes it from rewritable formats like BD-RE.

The primary advantage of BD-ROM discs is their large storage capacity, significantly greater than that of DVDs. Standard single-layer BD-ROM discs can hold 25 gigabytes of data, while dual-layer discs can store 50 gigabytes. This increased capacity is essential for storing uncompressed high-definition video, which requires substantial space. BD-ROM discs are the physical media for Blu-ray movies and games.

The development of BD-ROM was spearheaded by the Blu-ray Disc Association, a consortium of consumer electronics and media companies. Its introduction aimed to provide a superior format for high-definition media playback, offering better picture and sound quality compared to previous optical disc technologies. The technology utilizes a blue-violet laser with a shorter wavelength than the red laser used by DVDs, allowing for smaller pits and tracks on the disc surface and thus higher data density. BD-ROM discs are playable on Blu-ray players and compatible game consoles.