To: johnxyz0
Hello John,
Yes, it's better to convert DVD to avi to store it on computer. It is called DVDrip.
We recommend you to select Video:MPEG-4 (Divx;xviD), 1500 kbps; Audio: MP3,192 kpbs or Video: H.264/AVC, 1200 kbps; Audio: MP3, 192 kbps.
In the Profile list you can find different presets with output settings, for example to convert video to youtube, to some devices, to HD format which give the best settings for youtube, HD TV, etc.
I hope it helps.
Best regards.