The Evolution of Optical Media

The video tutorial explains the evolution of optical media, starting from laser discs to Blu-ray discs. It describes how data is encoded and read using lasers, the structure of discs, and the process of burning data onto them. The tutorial also covers the technological advancements that led to increased storage capacities and the shift from analog to digital formats. Finally, it discusses the potential future of media storage, with solid-state media like USBs and hard drives possibly replacing optical media.

Describe the differences between the first generation laser discs and the second generation DVDs.

What are the potential future trends in storage media as mentioned in the text?