The internet is a wealth of information on free DVD copy software, but buyer beware. Most free versions have limited capabilities and functions. They may produce a watchable DVD, but research is required to find the right program which will allow a good quality DVD to be replayed. While copying is the main objective, the free software is usually limited to straight copying of the original movie with no removal of protection and subject to difficulty in playing the DVD in some DVD players.
Programs such as Final burner free, Amok, Starburn and Express burn, to name a few of the available programs, are free programs which copy the original movie exactly. There are pro versions of most of these, which means for a fee the user can create menus and subtitles to customize the DVD experience. However, there are some high quality programs that offer a free trial version.
DVDFab HD Decryptor is a simple to use program that removes DVD protection, copies to the hard drive, and allows the user to customize with settings and options for editing the final DVD. This program is free to try for thirty days. DVD Passkey is a windows based driver which unprotects DVDs and Blu-rays allowing copy programs to access the DVD content.
DVDCloner is another program that offers a trial version. Most DVD copying programs convert DVD-R/RW to VCD/SVCD giving the DVD poor quality viewing; this copy program creates a final copy in exact DVD format much like the original movie. DVDCloner supports backup of all DVDs and has a built in “DVDFix” copy mode allowing the user to recover scratched or damaged DVDs.
DVD X Copy Xpress also restores scratched and damaged DVDs and can also fit a 2 disc movie onto 1 disc. This program comes with ingrained anti-piracy protection. DVD X Copy Xpress offers a trial version with the option of going pro for a fee.
It is possible to find free DVD copy software, which can produce a high quality DVD but researching the different programs, the options in each, and the user friendliness of the program will make the experience of backing up a DVD collection much more enjoyable and easy to follow.
Source:http://www.booshnews.com/2010/09/08/options-in-free-dvd-copy-software/
