Microsoft Co. Ltd., the Japanese arm of Microsoft Corp., announced that it will develop commercial servers required to achieve HD DVD network connectivity in collaboration with Memory-Tech Corp., who specializes in optical disc production and authoring. The two companies will establish a technology partnership for commercial sever development and operation.

One of the aims of this collaboration is to urge content developers to utilize HD DVD network connectivity. The use of “HDi,” interactive operation functions for HD DVD allows users as to download premier videos via networks, chat or play network games with other viewers and other features.

The two companies expect that penetration of package media using such network functions will also urge the spread of HD DVD. “Technology for Internet connectivity is one of the most important elements for the spread of HD DVD,” said Kazuo Sakai, Vice President and Executive Officer of Microsoft.

Source: techon.nikkeibp.co.jp

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