Forget paying for a program to rip your DVDs to your computer because thanks
to the wonders of open source software, HandBrake for Mac will convert your
disks to MPEG for free. Considering it doesn't cost a dime, the application
delivers exceptional results. Converting any type of DVD through a
simple-to-understand GUI, the program whizzes through the process of
producing an MPEG-4 file to save on your machine. Note that you'll need to
have the right codecs installed for the type of file you wish to convert
however such as DivX, Xvid, OGM, 3ivx, etc. Handbrake supports any DVD-like
source such as VIDEO_TS folders, .VOB, .TS files, DVD images and real DVD.
However. unencrypted-protection methods including CSS are not supported
internally and must be handled externally with third-party software and
libraries. Handbrake for Mac lets you perform two-pass conversions and codify
a double soundtrack. Another great feature is the bitrate calculator, which
alters the quality of the video according to the final file size you wish to
achieve. You can even trim the black bands around a movie to maximize the
size of the file. Other features worth mentioning are chapter selection,
basic subtitle support (burned into the picture) and grayscale encoding.
Although I experienced a couple of crashes with this version of HandBrake for
Mac, it's nevertheless a great open source solution for ripping your DVDs.
*HandBrake for Mac is an incredibly impressive and efficient video encoder
for all of your MPEG-4 ripping needs. Best of all, it's free!*Download
*HandBrake 0.9.6* in Softonic
