Copying a DVD to your computer is known as "DVD ripping" and is a simple process that generally requires only a DVD, enough hard drive space, and some software. There are paid software solutions for DVD ripping, but let's stick to the best of the free solutions for Windows and Macintosh. Keep in mind that it's illegal to rip entire DVD's to your hard drive or to copy DVD's to blank discs if you
. do not own the rights to the DVD's themselves. For more information, visit http://www.online-tech-tips.com/free-software-downloads/how-to-burn-copy-and-backup-a-cd-dvd-or-hd-dvd-for-free/