Any way to rip DVD movies into my hard drive?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion centers around the legality and methods for ripping DVD movies to a hard drive, particularly for personal use on devices like an iPod. Participants explore software options and the implications of copyright laws regarding copy-protected DVDs.

Discussion Character

  • Debate/contested, Technical explanation

Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses a desire to rip DVDs they own for personal use, questioning the legality and available software for this process.
  • Another participant indicates that the legality of ripping DVDs varies by country and suggests that it may be considered 'Fair Use' in some jurisdictions, but notes that it is not legal in the country hosting the forum.
  • A participant mentions that iTunes may have software that facilitates this process, referencing similar functionality in software that comes with personal media players.
  • There is a reiteration of the legal ambiguity surrounding 'fair use' in the U.S., leading to a decision to lock the thread.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on the legality of ripping DVDs, with multiple views on the implications of copyright law and personal use. The discussion remains unresolved regarding specific software recommendations.

Contextual Notes

Limitations include the lack of clarity on specific legal definitions and the varying interpretations of 'fair use' across different jurisdictions. The discussion does not provide detailed steps or specific software solutions.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals interested in the legal aspects of media consumption, software options for media management, and those exploring personal use of purchased media may find this discussion relevant.

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I don't want to "pirate" any movies, but would like to rip DVD's that I bought into my computer so I can put them on my iPod.

Are there ways to rip copy protected DVD's with many chapters/episodes etc?

Which software allows me to do it? Is it legal?
 
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Yes there are ways
Depending on the head on your coins it may or may not be legal
It isn't legal in the country hosting PF

so we can't tell you about it.

(hint - it may be 'FairUse' in your country)
 
I thought i-tunes came with software that did this? I know the software that came with my PMP does.
 
mgb_phys said:
Yes there are ways
Depending on the head on your coins it may or may not be legal
It isn't legal in the country hosting PF

so we can't tell you about it.

(hint - it may be 'FairUse' in your country)
There is too fine of a line in the US concerning "fair use". Thread locked.
 

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