linux ripping tools

[batman]

im thinking of installing linux on my pc as an alternative to the buggy microsoft crap ive been using are there any ripping programs etc for linux............. thanx

[ChickenMan]

I have to agree on the Linux vers Micro$oft. But unfortunately there are not a lot of stuff around for Linux in ripping and converting. DVD rippers exist and I know VCD burning software exists, but not sure on the middle bit !

I'm sure some budding Linux user will be able to fill us all in fully.

Cheers,
ChickenMan

[ChickenMan]

Here is an artical on ripping DVD's in Linux that could be of help to you. Its at h**p://www.doom9.org/divx_linux_guide.html

Cheers,