Hello,
I also have Nero and Pinnacle Studio 9. I am just about finished with my ebook, "How To Build a Home Theater PC" which will go into detail on how to use these products plus other for creating dvds.
However, you asked if there is an easier piece of software to use for editing and dvd creation. I am happy to say, YES. Pinnacle is an excellent program with lots of features and sometimes too many features. When you want simplicity I would HIGHLY recommend either Uleads DVD Movie Factory (2 or 3) and/or Video Studio (7 or
. Video Studio allows you to extract video easily and then add some special effects, titles etc.. Afterwords you can output your video to DVD or any file format you wish. That said, I usually use DVD Movie Factory for creating the DVD and Video Studio for quick simple editing. Don't let the ease of use be confused with lack of features and capabilities.
I have used Nero and Pinnacle Studio 9, but generally like to use these when I want to create a more intermediate product.
Hope this helps. If you have any other questions, feel free to ask.
Take Care,
Shawn Mosqueda
WireSmart LLC.
www.wiresmart.com
shawn@wiresmart.com
How To Build A Home Theater PC ebook coming soon! visit www.wiresmart.com
Windows XP Pro/Pinnacle Studio 9+
I am just getting into DV editing. I have the latest Nero DVD burning software (came with both burners). I do not find it particularly user-friendly (although with help on DVD burning forums I have been able to burn a project).
Anyone have a simple, easy-to-use, "follow the wizard" DVD burning software they can recommend? I really want simple, simple, simple. Does such a thing exist?
Thanks in advance.

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