Technical Terms - Hardware (A-Z) - Blu-ray

What is the main purpose of Blu-ray discs?

• To distribute HD films and TV shows

• To play music CDs

• To create video games

• To store data for computers

What is the storage capacity of a triple-layer Blu-ray disc?

• 125 GB

• 50 GB

• 75 GB

• 100 GB

Which codec is used for compressing HD video on a standard Blu-ray disc?

• H.264

• MPEG-2

• AVC

• H.265

What is the name of the laser used in Blu-ray drives to read data?

• Red laser

• Green laser

• Blue-violet laser

• Infrared laser

What is the wavelength of the laser used in Blu-ray discs?

• 550 nm

• 405 nm

• 650 nm

• 780 nm

Why do film buffs prefer physical media like Blu-ray discs over streaming services?

• For more options

• For better image quality

• For convenience

• For faster access

What is the enhanced version of the Blu-ray format that supports 4K HDR video?

• Blu-ray Max

• Blu-ray Pro

• Ultra HD Blu-ray

• Blu-ray Elite

What type of data encoding is used in Blu-ray discs?

• Stripes and lines

• Pits and bumps

• Dots and dashes

• Pits and valleys

Which video codec is more efficient for Ultra HD Blu-ray discs?

• MPEG-2

• H.264

• H.265

• AV1

What feature allows Blu-ray discs to contain interactive menus and bonus material?

• High storage capacity

• Reflective material

• Blue-violet laser

• Data encoding