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  1. 6th Jan 2006 16:03 #1
    DonnyQuixote
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    I am confused. What is the difference between XVID and DIVX? If they are not the same what program can I use to convert XVID and DIVX to DVD. Your help is appreciated. Thank you.
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  2. 6th Jan 2006 16:38 #2
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    1) No, not the same, but they share a lot of their specs.
    2) Any mpg encoder (+an assortment of other apps, as DivX/XviD is a video codec, whereas DVD (assuming Video DVD) is a format that even includes a disc)

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    DIVX is copyrighted, XVID is OpenSource.

    They are both a subtype of MPEG4 codec.

    But why do you need to convert from one to the other any way?
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    Maybe I didn't make myself clear in what I am trying to do. I want to convert a XVID to a DVD so I can play it on dvd player and watch it on my tv. Sorry for the confusion.
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  5. 6th Jan 2006 16:45 #5
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    If you can play it, you can convert it. The question is how much flexibility do you need, or do you need an idiot-proof solution with NO options at all?

    Besides, we have a bazillion guides on the subject of conversion. Look in the guides and I'm sure one of them will help you.
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    ...or try some "nobrainer" (no offense!) oneclickwonder like divx2dvd

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    DivxtoDVD or http://members.dodo.net.au/~jimmalenko/AVI2DVD.htm or any of the other guides in the guidess ection.
    If in doubt, Google it.
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  8. 7th Jan 2006 08:07 #8
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    Thank you all for the feedback. I think I can figure it out now. Also I will look in the forums for advice if I run into problems. Thanks again.
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