Encrypted DVD Videos Can Be Ripped� In Addition

Copying DVDs is not always an easy task. You can�t just copy the DVD to an empty disk because there are many copyright protections that make this impossible. Even if you copy the files, the content will be damaged. For instance, you might have audio but the video of the original DVD will not be working. This is called copyright protection, right?

At first, one thinks that copying a DVD can�t be difficult. That�s right � it is not difficult if you have the right program to overcome the protection and to decrypt and shrink the data. Copyright protections exist because many malicious people copy illegally DVDs and because of that manufacturers had to invent a way to stop them from having a usable copy.

There are several things you need to know before you start copying DVDs. First, copyright laws do not allow to make a profit from someone else�s work. Second, the only case when you can legally copy a DVD is for personal use only.

The next step is to find a good DVD ripper. DVDShrink was a great program but since it is not maintained anymore, now it can�t deal with all the new copyright protections. This is no wonder � when millions of people copy DVDs illegally, it is quite logical that companies will invest heavily in technology, which prevents that.

However, I see nothing wrong with making a copy for personal use only. After all, movies and games are really expensive. Family budgets are getting tighter and recreational items are put on the back burner economically.

Making a backup of your favorite DVDs is a necessity. DVDs wear out when you play them. All you need is a good program. Until recently RipitforMe was a great choice but now it can�t deal with the latest protections because its development stopped in April 2007. You can try DVD Fab Decrypter or any other program till you find the one that can decrypt, rip and shrink the DVDs for you.

You should make the backup copy when the DVD is new, not when it has already been scratched by frequent use. Sometimes you should make a backup for future use � i.e. if you have kids and they have favorite movies, you can bet that they will be happy to watch the same movie over and over again, even when they grow up a little.

So, if you have a favorite DVD, it is possible to make backup copies for personal use. However you must find a program that is capable of handling the newest safeguards imposed to protect copyrighted information. Then, you can enjoy favorite games and videos for years to come.

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