Bostonmess
22-04-2004, 08:13 AM
A paper disc that can hold up to five times more data than current DVDs has been developed by Sony and another Japanese company.
The disc is 51% paper and could offer foolproof security, said officials.
"Since a paper disc can be cut by scissors easily, it is simple to preserve data security when disposing of the disc," said Hideaki Kawai of Toppan, which worked with Sony.
It is not yet clear when the technology will be commercially available.
Next-generation DVDs (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/technology/3639585.stm)
The disc is 51% paper and could offer foolproof security, said officials.
"Since a paper disc can be cut by scissors easily, it is simple to preserve data security when disposing of the disc," said Hideaki Kawai of Toppan, which worked with Sony.
It is not yet clear when the technology will be commercially available.
Next-generation DVDs (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/technology/3639585.stm)