Your subject title has one question but the message body asks about copying a DVD.
DVD copying could be a problem. Here's a freebie -> http://www.bestvistadownloads.com/software/t-free-silentnight-microburner-download-zzqkjbsg.html
Bob
Windows VISTA Home Premium; 2.2 gig processor; 2 gig RAM; DVD read/write dual layer drive.
Cannot copy a DVD with Quick Play or Windows DVD maker.
Do I need to purchase a software program to burn DVDs ?

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