
Converting DVD to AVI effectively requires choosing the right ripper based on your disc type. For encrypted commercial DVDs, DVDFab DVD Ripper is the recommended solution due to its built-in decryption and GPU acceleration. For homemade or unencrypted discs, free tools like VLC and Icepine are viable alternatives. This guide covers 5 verified methods to help you digitize collections for playback on legacy hardware, such as older car DVD players and DivX-certified devices.
By Diana Smith - Feb 9, 2026

CD burning software is designed to help you preserve music, photos, and data on physical media. Power2Go is the best all-around tool, while CDBurnerXP and Express Burn offer fast, free solutions for Windows and Mac. For professional video DVD burning, DVDFab DVD Creator is the top choice.
By Diana Smith - Feb 8, 2026

A DVD recorder, also known as DVD writer, records analog or digital signals digitally onto blank DVDs. Previously, DVD recorders could record in one of three formats: DVD-RAM, DVD-VR, or DVD+VR. In favor of DVD recorders, VCRs are phasing out. Against such backdrops, we are going to discuss the best DVD recorders, VHS to DVD recorder, and how to convert video to DVD for home play.
By Diana Smith - Feb 7, 2026

To rip and burn music cds, using Windows Media Player simplifies the process for personal use. This guide provides step-by-step instructions to convert discs into digital formats like MP3 and burn playlists onto recordable media. It also covers extracting audio from video discs and explains technical differences between formats, helping you preserve your collections across modern and legacy devices effectively.
By Wenny Yan - Feb 7, 2026

To transfer 8mm film to DVD, you have there main paths: 1. Use a digital film scanner combined with DVDFab DVD Creator for professional editing and DVD burning (Best DIY quality); 2. Record a projector screen using a digital camera (Cheapest but lowest quality); 3. Hire a professional transfer service like Legacybox for a hands-off approach.
By Diana Smith - Feb 7, 2026

A standard DVD case measures 190 mm x 135 mm x 14 mm (7.48" x 5.31" x 0.55"). This guide details these physical specs alongside exact dimensions for covers and internal inserts. We also provide storage density tips, comparisons with Blu-ray/CD formats, and expert advice for distortion-free printing. Finally, learn how to protect your library by digitizing your collection in simple steps.
By Diana Smith - Feb 7, 2026

Firmware downgrades replace restricted AACS 2.0 microcode with legacy versions to enable raw data access. The DVDFab UHD Drive Tool automates this microcode reversion for various hardware models. This process ensures the drive's internal controller bypasses encryption checks and enables bit-perfect 4K backups through the DVDFab software ecosystem.
By Diana Smith - Feb 7, 2026

DVD ripping software is designed to convert physical discs into digital formats like MP4 or MKV for backing up, compressing, and editing, or for playback on various devices. Top specialized DVD rippers include DVDFab DVD Ripper, which offers a full-featured, high-speed experience with advanced decryption options; MakeMKV, known for its lossless extraction; and versatile, free, open-source video transcoders like HandBrake.
By Diana Smith - Feb 6, 2026