Web sites devoted to all things DVD are blooming all over the Internet; collectively, they represent a rich resource for enthusiasts of any experience level.

        A quick spin through top sites leads to a vast store of minutely detailed technical news and discussions, hardware test results, troubleshooting advice, vendors, movie reviews, “hidden feature” guides, show biz tidbits and multiple links to even more DVD sites.

        Following is a sampling of the many helpful sites where digital fans turn for virtual fellowship:

        Internet DVD FAQ: www.dvddemystified.com/dvdfaq.html

        Earl's Famous DVD Technology Exposition Web Page Extravaganza Supreme Deluxe: lonestar.texas.net/~bdub/earl/dvd.htm

        DVDPhD Technical Support: www.dvdphd.com/tech.shtml

        The Big Picture: www.thebigpicturedvd.com

        The Digital Bits: www.thedigitalbits.com

        Home Theater Forum: www.hometheaterforum.com

        DVD Review: www.dvdreview.com

        DVD Talk: www.DVDtalk.com

        DVD Tracker subscription service: www.dvdtracker.com

        DVD Channel News: www.dvdchannelnews.com

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