Is it legal to copy DVDs for backup?
Please note that it is not legal to make copies of DVDs to share with other individuals. It is important to check local laws that relate to copyright infringement. Depending on the jurisdiction that you live in, it might or might not be legal to make a single backup copy of your DVD. Fair use laws typically allow consumers to make a single back up copy for personal use in the event that the original DVD is damaged or destroyed. Each state within the United States has its own legal take on this type of practice. Most DVDs come with warning statements that unauthorized copying is illegal
Why should I copy DVDs for backup?
Since DVDs are easily scratched, damaged, or even lost, it is a good idea to protect your investment with a legal back up copy. As noted above, it is important to check your local laws to see if this is permissible.
Commercial DVDs and CSS
Most commercial DVDs are produced with some type of software that prevents easy duplication. One example of this is CSS or content scrambling system. Decrypting programs make it possible to get around this software so that the DVD can be copied.
What is DVD43?
DVD43 is a DVD decrypter that runs on your computer to allow you to copy a DVD for back up. This application is only compatible with Microsoft Windows 2000, Microsoft Windows XP, and Microsoft Windows Vista (32).
What is a Decrypter?
A decrypter unlocks a movie DVD or decrypts it so that it can be read and copied. Although free decrypters exist on the market, Vista 64 bit is such a new application that technology is still trying to catch up with it. Free decrypters for earlier Windows versions, however, do exist.
Software to Backup DVDs
One application that claims to be compatible with Windows Vista 64 bit is the One-click CD/DVD Copy version 1.11. You can get more information at the following link:
One Click CD/DVD Copy. You can also visit this link to check out two additional applications that are listed as being compatible with Windows Vista 64 bit: DVD Copy. The two applications are DVD neXtCOPY and DVD neXt COPY PRO.
Susan Keenan | October 8th, 2008
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