How does a DVD-ROM drive's error correction mechanism work?

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How does a DVD-ROM drive's error correction mechanism work?
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DVD-ROM drives employ error correction codes (ECC) to detect and correct errors that occur during reading and writing. These codes add redundant data to the disc, allowing the drive to reconstruct data even if some errors are present.