To Copy or Not to Copy
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The "fair use" doctrine in U.S. copyright laws allows us to legally “backup” the CDs, tapes, etc. we have purchased and yes this even includes DVDs. Unfortunately the movie industry sidestepped this process with the introduction of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act that makes it a crime to crack the copyright protection that effectively stops the copying of DVDs. There has been little one could do to get around this law, but despite that, many software programs support the cracking and copying of DVDs letting consumers take their own risk. |
| 321 Studios has recently released a new software package aimed at getting around the Digital Millennium Copyright Act. DVD X Copy makes perfect exact copies of your original disc by mirroring the disc with copyright protection in tact. The result is a DVD that has never been cracked therefore effectively bypassing the restrictions of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act. This action is as of yet tested in court and I for one do not wish to be the guinea pig, but for you risk takers, this is definitely an alternative solution. | Is
DVD X Copy illegal? 321 Studios respects the rights of artists and film companies, and the proper use of DVD X Copy does not violate those rights. It is legal to make copies of DVDs you own for your personal use. You cannot copy DVDs in order to sell or give away copies, or for any commercial purpose. |
Remember that the "fair use" doctrine in U.S. copyright laws does not allow you to give your copies away to others nor sale copied material. For more information on DVD X Copy visit 321 Studios at www.dvdxcopy.com.
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written by Chad Hembree
