K9Copy

Was ist K9Copy?

K9Copy was created to let Linux users copy DVDs to ISO images or data folders, optionally shrinking them to fit smaller media. The project started around the mid‑2000s and saw several releases, but development stopped years ago, so it’s considered legacy software. It integrates with KDE’s desktop, offering a familiar graphical interface for DVD handling.

The tool is aimed at users who need a simple way to archive DVDs or create space‑saving copies without command‑line fiddling. It works best for personal media collections rather than professional video workflows. Because it mirrors the functionality of Windows' DVD Decrypter, it feels like a direct graphical replacement, though the UI looks dated compared with modern apps.

Compared with DVD Decrypter, K9Copy provides a KDE‑styled UI and supports basic shrinking algorithms, but it lacks the polish and active updates of newer tools like HandBrake. If you’re comfortable with KDE and prefer a lightweight GUI, K9Copy still does the job, but expect occasional glitches on newer distributions.

Ideal für: Users who need a quick, graphical way to copy or shrink DVDs on a KDE desktop.

Wichtige Funktionen von K9Copy

• Copy DVD to ISO or folder
• Shrink DVD to fit smaller capacity
• Select titles, chapters, and audio tracks
• Simple KDE graphical interface
• Basic encryption handling for non‑protected discs
• Support for creating video files (MPEG‑2) from DVD content

Tipps für Windows-Umsteiger

When moving from DVD Decrypter, open K9Copy, choose "Copy DVD" and point it to your disc. Use the "Shrink" option to reduce size, then select the output format (ISO or folder). Unlike the Windows tool, K9Copy stores settings per session, so you’ll need to re‑select titles each time. Keyboard shortcuts are minimal; most actions are button clicks.