Convert VHS Home Movies to DVD [Paperback]

John W. Gosney (Author), Brian Lich (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 1592004822 | ISBN-13: 978-1592004829 | Publication Date: July 29, 2004 | Edition: 1

Using a step-by-step approach, this book focuses on how the average home user can convert their existing home movies to a digital medium. As DVDs become even more common, the market for transferring VHS movies to DVD is going to soar. This book seeks the "ease of use" appeal of the DVD/VCR by applying it to the typical home computer, and to allow "mass market" readers to not think twice about using their computer to extend the capabilities of their DVD. It recognizes the distinction between a computer as a consumer product versus the ease of use of a typical home appliance, such as a VCR or DVD player, and tries to bridge that gap. Put simply, the goal of the book, then, is on the newly-created DVD: the computer is only the mechanism at which to arrive at this goal. It assists readers in conducting an inventory of their existing hardware (Does their computer have a DVD burner? What video editing software might already be included on their computer?), and serves as a guide to their purchase of any required equipment (external conversion device, external DVD burner, etc.). This book skillfully guides readers from the beginning step to the final step of bringing their "VHS memories" into the digital age-knowledge that is going to become more and more crucial for the average home VHS/DVD owner seeking to save their dust-filled tapes without having to pay others to do it.

Editorial Reviews

From the Publisher

Given the great benefits of DVD over VHS, there is no reason why anyone with a computer and a DVD burner can't bring his or her video memories into the digital age.

About the Author

John Gosney is currently Director of Technology Services for the Indiana University School of Dentistry in Indianapolis. He has also served as a technical writer and Web development consultant for a major pharmaceutical corporation. John has authored several books, including "Customer Relationship Management Essentials" (Premier Press, 0761528458), "ASP Programming for the Absolute Beginner" (Premier Press, 1931841012) and "Microsoft SQL Server 2000 Professional Projects" (Premier Press, 1592000002). He resides in Columbus, Indiana.

Product Details

• Paperback: 256 pages
• Publisher: Course Technology PTR; 1 edition (July 29, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1592004822
• ISBN-13: 978-1592004829
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 7.4 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,759,190 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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