If I recall correctly +R is a more recent standard and fixes some issues with the -R standard. I believe that +R is now more common. But if you are just using it for yourself, it won't be a problem.

PF

>What is the difference between DVD -R/-RW and DVD +R/+RW? Which is better? My wife just bought me a DVD recorder (VHS/DVD recorder combo). The manual states that I can use -R and -RW discs but not +R and +RW discs.
>Any information to enlighten me would be appreciated.
>
>Thanks,
>Einar