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    1. The DVD Player
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  1. Introduction to How DVDs Work
  2. DVD Disks
  3. DVD Layers
  4. DVD Storage Capacity
  5. DVD Video
  6. DVD Audio
  7. The DVD Player
  8. DVD Player Features
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  2. Connecting the DVD Player
  3. DVDs and Laser Discs
  4. DVD FAQ
  5. DVD Player Models
  6. Lots More Information
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