Convert Gigabyte (10^9 bytes) to DVD (1 layer, 2 side)
Please provide values below to convert Gigabyte (10^9 bytes) [GB] to DVD (1 layer, 2 side) [dvd-1l-2s], or Convert DVD (1 layer, 2 side) to Gigabyte (10^9 bytes).
How to Convert Gigabyte (10^9 Bytes) to Dvd (1 Layer, 2 Side)
1 GB = 0.0991081245599282 dvd-1l-2s
Example: convert 15 GB to dvd-1l-2s:
15 GB = 15 × 0.0991081245599282 dvd-1l-2s = 1.48662186839892 dvd-1l-2s
Gigabyte (10^9 Bytes) to Dvd (1 Layer, 2 Side) Conversion Table
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Gigabyte (10^9 Bytes)
A gigabyte (GB) is a unit of digital information equal to 1,000,000,000 bytes (10^9 bytes).
History/Origin
The gigabyte was introduced as part of the decimal system of data measurement, aligning with SI prefixes, to standardize data sizes. It became widely adopted with the rise of digital storage devices in the late 20th century.
Current Use
Gigabytes are commonly used to measure data storage capacity in computers, smartphones, and other digital devices, as well as data transfer rates and file sizes in various applications.
Dvd (1 Layer, 2 Side)
A DVD (1 layer, 2 sides) is a digital optical disc storage format capable of storing approximately 4.7 GB of data per side, used for data storage, video playback, and software distribution.
History/Origin
The DVD was developed in the mid-1990s as a successor to CDs, with the first commercial DVDs introduced in 1996. It became widely adopted for video and data storage, replacing VHS tapes and CDs in many applications.
Current Use
Today, DVDs are used for data storage, video playback, and software distribution, although their popularity has declined with the rise of digital downloads and streaming services. They are still utilized in certain regions and for specific archival purposes.