Windows 7 DVD - backup


  1. oldskool
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    Windows 7 DVD - backup


    Hello,

    I have just bought a 3 license install for Windows 7 home premium for my family.

    Because it will be used by my children who have their own laptops i wanted to make them a copy if they need the DVD when i am not here.

    Am i allowed to do this as i have a 3 license version?

    If i am allowed, what is the best software to use to make the DVD backup? Preferably free.



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  3. Tews
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    You are allowed to make archival backups of any piece of software that you own... get the burning program -=> here
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  4. Qdos
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    Yes, for personal use it's deemed reasonable to make backups.

    In my personal opinion you'd do better to make a drive image and back it up than simply copy the original DVD (so check out tools like Acronis TrueImage...)

    However for making an image of a DVD, and burning copies, something like UltraISO (free 30 day trial offered on their website) should do the job admirably :)
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  6. oldskool
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    Thanks v.much

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