No, DVD backup is not illegal. It is a legal way to store and protect data.
No, DVD backup is not illegal. It is a legal way to store and protect data.
It largely varies by nation. In some places it's allowed to create copies and backups for private purposes. However, sharing, selling, or obtaining such files is prohibited.
I don't feel the same way. You've saved both CRYSIS 3 and Battlefield 3 setups on DVDs, so you don’t need to re-download them. Just go ahead and use the Game download from Origin—it’s already redeemed—and transfer the files from the DVD to your download folder. The process should finish smoothly.
Are you sure you want a backup? According to the rules, it’s technically prohibited, though a single backup is permitted for personal purposes. (Updated/copyright changes) You’ll have to escape the virtual box (the digital prison).
varies by location. generally, as long as you have a valid license, you're permitted to create a digital backup—provided you don’t plan to share it. Still, I think it’s “technically” against the law to copy a DVD with built-in copyright protection, no matter who owns it. This is when I begin piracy.
It's the feared "grey zone." Based on what I understand, you're permitted to keep a copy for your own needs since you hold the license, not the actual content. Just make sure you don't share it or do anything similar to stay safe.
In short, keeping backup copies of DVDs is against the law. Using software to extract content from a disk violates DRM rules. The concern isn't whether it's wrong—it's about getting caught. Most risks drop when you're not distributing counterfeit movies or music.