One of the biggest advantages of DVDIdle is its ability to extend the life of your DVD drive. The software stores DVD data in its cache, and feeds it to the DVD player so that the drive has time to rest. Normally, a 6X-speed DVD drive will only be able to work 15 minutes during a 90-minute DVD movie, and if the software is installed, it will save data in the cache instead. With DVDIdle, you can even watch region-coded movies on your DVD drive without any trouble. Unlike other programs, the software also allows you to watch region-coded DVDs. The only thing that you need to know about using this program is that it does not require you to change your DVD drive's firmware.
Another important benefit of DVDIdle is that it extends the life of your DVD drive. Instead of continually burning a DVD, it saves the data from the disc to its cache. This allows your DVD player to play it even when the DVD drive is sleeping, giving you more time to relax after the movie. This feature is called Smart Read-ahead Cache. If you are watching a 90-minute-long DVD movie, your 6X-speed driver will only work for 15 minutes. With this feature, your 6X-speed drive will only be working for about 15 minutes.
The DVDIdle software works quietly in the background, so it is easy to install. It works in a manner similar to the way that a DVD drive does, and integrates easily into your computer. For example, if you're watching a 90-minute DVD, your DVD drive will only be working for 15 minutes, but with DVDIdle, the DVD will continue to run at up to six times the speed of a DVD drive.