Video recording has come a long way since the days of VHS. Today, some children will grow up without any memory of a VHS player whatsoever; rather they will grow up with the latest in video recording technology: DVR or digital video recording.

The stand-alone DVR and the 4 Channel DVR are two examples of DVR players on the market. Which is better? What are the advantages of each? We explore.

Purpose: A stand alone DVR resembles an upstanding media player in one unit. You simply connect the device to your TV to use it. Alternatively, a 4 channel DVR is a more advanced recording device because you can connect it to your computer or laptop along with other peripherals such as a mouse or web cam. Because of their security features, DVRs are popular as surveillance systems and tend to come in pricier models as a result.

Function: Both the stand alone DVR and the 4 channel DVR can be programmed to record the TV shows you choose. The 4 channel DVR is mostly used for home security systems such as motion detection.

Storage: The 4 channel DVR has the upper hand in terms of storage capacity. The storage capacity of a stand alone DVR, although large, fails in comparison with the 4 Channel. A stand alone DVR may lack the security features, but its recording and playback capabilities are up to par. If you’re not hell bent on setting up a security system, the stand alone DVR will be more that satisfactory.

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