DVD Ripping & Burning Freeware

DVD-R discs have varying capacities.

Computer users interested in backing up DVDs on a hard drive or burning video content onto disc have a variety of software choices. While pay-for software may have more DVD burning and ripping features, there are free options available online as well.

Definition

DVD ripping is the act of pulling video and audio off an existing DVD and placing it on a computer hard drive. The process begins by decrypting the DVD data into a form the computer can understand before pulling it onto a hard disc. Data ripped off a DVD is not compressed. Burning a DVD allows a user to move video or audio data from a hard drive onto a playable disc.

Function

DVD ripping is a method of data back up. If a person had an old home movie on DVD but wanted it saved on their computer too they could use DVD ripping software. Burning data onto a disc is also a form of back up as well as an extra option to view said media by way of a DVD player.

Types

A multitude of ripping and burning software is available. Browse trusted online sources such as CNET, PC Magazine or PC World for thorough software reviews and freeware download advice.

References

• Burn World: Homepage
• PC Mag: Ripping