Convert Gigabyte to DVD (1 layer, 1 side)
Please provide values below to convert Gigabyte [GB] to DVD (1 layer, 1 side) [dvd-1l-1s], or Convert DVD (1 layer, 1 side) to Gigabyte.
How to Convert Gigabyte to Dvd (1 Layer, 1 Side)
1 GB = 0.212833076876393 dvd-1l-1s
Example: convert 15 GB to dvd-1l-1s:
15 GB = 15 × 0.212833076876393 dvd-1l-1s = 3.1924961531459 dvd-1l-1s
Gigabyte to Dvd (1 Layer, 1 Side) Conversion Table
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Gigabyte
A gigabyte (GB) is a unit of digital information equal to one billion bytes, commonly used to measure data storage capacity.
History/Origin
The gigabyte was introduced in the 1970s as part of the binary prefix system, initially representing 2^30 bytes (1,073,741,824 bytes). Over time, it has also been used to denote decimal gigabytes of 10^9 bytes, especially in marketing storage devices.
Current Use
Gigabytes are widely used today to quantify storage capacity of computers, smartphones, and other digital devices, as well as data transfer limits and file sizes in various applications.
Dvd (1 Layer, 1 Side)
A DVD (Digital Versatile Disc) with one layer and one side is a type of optical storage medium capable of storing digital data, typically used for video, audio, and data storage.
History/Origin
The DVD was developed in the mid-1990s as a successor to CDs, offering higher storage capacity. The first single-layer, single-sided DVDs were introduced in the late 1990s, revolutionizing home entertainment and data storage.
Current Use
Single-layer, single-sided DVDs are now primarily used for standard-definition video, data backup, and archival purposes, although their popularity has declined with the rise of digital streaming and cloud storage.