Since reel-to-reel cassette tapes became publically available, consumers' ability to copy music became, if not a right, an expectation certainly. The advent of compact discs (CDs) took recording to completely new levels. Thanks to the MP3 format and internet file sharing, vast libraries of music became widely available. Unfortunately, video copying lagged a little behind. CDs had a limited capability to record video, giving VHS tapes and VCRs a longer life than perhaps they deserved. Life became very sweet in the home-recording world with the arrival of recordable DVDs. The “V” in DVD stands for versatile, and versatility is what you get with DVDs. Not only can you record thousands of music files onto a single disc, but you can also easily duplicate full-length movies and games in the same quality as the original.
What You Need to Copy a DVD
It’s simple to copy a DVD. First, start with the device that will physically copy a DVD. There are freestanding DVD duplicators that are effective but have their drawbacks. For instance, most of these devices will not allow you to rip (copy) encrypted DVDs with copyrighted content. Laptop computers equipped with a DVD writer provide portability and offer users the ability to download software to rip encrypted DVDs.
If you go with the laptop option, you’ll need the right software. There are many DVD copying software applications, so you need to do a little research and draw your own conclusions before you choose one. At TopTenREVIEWS, we've chosen DVD Cloner, 123 Copy DVD, and 1Click Copy DVD as the top three applications. Hallmarks of the best DVD copying software include built-in decryption software, a file compressor and the ability to copy files from and to dual-layer DVD discs.
The last thing to consider is the proper media to burn your copied DVD files to. Associating brand names with DVD quality is not accurate. It’s better to download a freeware application such as Download Info and look at where the disc is made. The inventor of the CD, Taiyo Yuden, makes the best discs. Knowing who manufactured a DVD disc can tell you a lot about its durability and data-storage capabilities. There are many DVD standards are out there, giving rise to the need for software that allows for multiple format recording. You also need to know what type of disc you are going to copy files from, as well as the disc type to which you will burn the copied files. For example, you wouldn’t want to use a DVD9 – which is a dual-layer disc that can store data on both sides, thereby doubling the disc's capacity – when you only need a single-layer disc. Otherwise, you're wasting the extra disc space.
Follow the Prompts
Once you figure out the details of the media you’re copying files from and burning those files onto, the remainder of the process essentially entails following the prompts from your DVD copying software. If you’ve done your homework, it’s entirely possible to create a high-quality copy that is barely discernable from the original. It’s important to note that this article in no way condones the violation of copyright laws. Its purpose is only to teach you how to copy material from a DVD you own in order to create a backup copy for your personal use.
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