video cassette recorder

A video cassette recorder (VCR) is a device used to record and play back video and audio signals onto magnetic tapes housed in cassette cartridges. It connects to a television, allowing users to record TV shows or movies for later viewing, and to watch pre-recorded tapes. VCRs use magnetic tape technology to store data, which can be rewound, fast-forwarded, and paused. They became popular in the late 20th century as a means to conveniently record and enjoy video content at home before digital methods emerged.