Should I rename the program?

dvd2svcd · 27th August 2003, 10:32

I've been considering renaming dvd2svcd to something else. The next release will also support dvd output and I feel that the dvd2svcd name just isn't cutting it anymore. I have a few names in my mind but I'm unsure how the public would react to a name change.

DDogg · 28th August 2003, 14:06

That is really a hard question and choice. DVD2SVCD has established strong brand awareness/branding. I wonder if a variant of the name like DVD2SVCDPlus or DVD2SVCDEX(tra) might serve the purpose. At least something along those lines to establish the expanded functions, but still retain the branding. In effect it is really DVD2Anything, but that name does not quite have a ring to it.

stax76 · 28th August 2003, 14:13

I think you should rename it to catchy name (like Kopycat or Ucopia), don't use something like x2x

homerjay · 28th August 2003, 23:53

ive voted dont change the name on the same basis as ddog but if you were going to change it dont use any of those options listed maybe just dvd2 as in dvd squared or fromdvd

Holomatrix · 29th August 2003, 00:41

I kinda like Ucopia but you probably should keep to some inline variant due to the masses knowing it as DVD2SVCD

spuddog · 29th August 2003, 00:42

I agree with DDogg And homerjay not to change, but it is your program, we just enjoy the results

WorldBook · 29th August 2003, 01:33

I voted for Ucopia. Though I think just "D2S" would also be cool.

r6d2 · 29th August 2003, 01:48

I second DDogg's reasons but also like the DVD2 name (with 2 as a superscript, like Alien 3

). It encloses the idea of power, of versatility (it is not constrained to an output format), and also recalls bidimensionality.

My next point is completely off topic but I will bring it here. Make it shareware! Earn some well deserved money!

Even though you use plenty of third parties tools and code, the value of your tool is not the easy downloading of all extras. (They might even be packaged separately if that is a concern.)

The value of your tool is the automation of a really difficult, cumbersome and error-prone task. And you've done it quite well.

Donateware also works, and gives the users to pay according to their abilities. But since it is not mandatory, most will just not pay for something they can get for free.

At least a small donation should be needed to keep the software running after you've become acquainted of it usefulness.

That's my 2 cents (much less than deserved

)

ammck55 · 29th August 2003, 01:56

I'm with Ddogg, DVD2SVCD has a huge following and is highly recognizable, and I also really like r6d2's idea of a superscript. Maybe a combination of the two. Have fun!

baker · 29th August 2003, 02:12

i have reffered a lot of people in the past to use dvd2svcd for making vcds and they all reply back"but I wanna make vcds!!"

I am afriad although we all and know love "dvd2svcd" a name change is needed!

Baker

Byteshark · 29th August 2003, 02:45

Maybe Even DVDResample ? or ReDODVD

DDogg · 29th August 2003, 03:24

As a aside comment, Ucopia reminds me of UCopulatory which might get a lot of attention, but not reflect the products functions very well

If the name had to be changed to more properly reflect the use then Dvd² might be ok. I seem to remember a discussion about that name a couple of years ago. However, note the superscript looks kinda sucky unless it is bigger - Dvd². Sorta along the line Byteshark mentioned, I also thought DVDRecoder might work but then a lot of brand awareness gets tossed out the window and I would not be surprised if somebody was already using that name.

KpeX · 29th August 2003, 04:17

Quote:

Originally posted by DDogg
As a aside comment, Ucopia reminds me of UCopulatory which might get a lot of attention, but not reflect the products functions very well

Hehe. DVD2SVCD is a talented coder, maybe we should make this a feature request

Back on topic, DVD2 with a superscript 2 would be an effective and simple name, that'd be my choice.

telemike · 29th August 2003, 12:42

D2S Transcoder
D2SXformer

btw-

I finally sent DVD2SVCD some development cash. I do belive in supporting my favorite software buds.

DDogg · 29th August 2003, 13:19

Quote:

I finally sent DVD2SVCD some development cash. I do belive in supporting my favorite software buds.

Way to go, telemike!!

dvd2svcd · 29th August 2003, 13:24

I am seriously considering DVD2GO unless anybody can think of a reason not to. Speak now or forever hold your peace.

homerjay · 29th August 2003, 13:30

were a fair few search engine results for that including
http://www.halfbakery.com/idea/DVD2go
although noone has a direct www..... for it

dvd2svcd · 29th August 2003, 13:34

dvd2go = 49 pages on google, so the name has huge potential.

Besides, I haven't decided 100% yet. It's not a decision I want to rush into.

telemike · 29th August 2003, 14:20

DVD2GO

I like that!

MrX · 29th August 2003, 22:38

I think:
1.) don't change (DVD2SVCD)
2.) DVD2GO

View Poll Results: Which name do you think is best?
Don't change the name	32	52.46%
Kopycat	3	4.92%
Ucopia	7	11.48%
x2x	5	8.20%
DVD2go	14	22.95%
Voters: 61. You may not vote on this poll

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dvd2svcd Moderator Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: On top of the world! Posts: 1,837	Should I rename the program? I've been considering renaming dvd2svcd to something else. The next release will also support dvd output and I feel that the dvd2svcd name just isn't cutting it anymore. I have a few names in my mind but I'm unsure how the public would react to a name change. __________________ Cheers, dvd2svcd

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stax76 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: On thin ice Posts: 6,837	I think you should rename it to catchy name (like Kopycat or Ucopia), don't use something like x2x __________________ https://github.com/stax76/software-list https://www.youtube.com/@stax76/playlists

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spuddog Registered User Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: southern illinois, usa Posts: 123	I agree with DDogg And homerjay not to change, but it is your program, we just enjoy the results __________________ Scott M.

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WorldBook Registered User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: somewhere in this world Posts: 145	I voted for Ucopia. Though I think just "D2S" would also be cool. __________________ the digital world---all 0's and 1's

28th August 2003, 14:06	#2 \| Link
DDogg Retired, but still around Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Lone Star Posts: 3,058	That is really a hard question and choice. DVD2SVCD has established strong brand awareness/branding. I wonder if a variant of the name like DVD2SVCDPlus or DVD2SVCDEX(tra) might serve the purpose. At least something along those lines to establish the expanded functions, but still retain the branding. In effect it is really DVD2Anything, but that name does not quite have a ring to it.

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homerjay Registered User Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Springfield, Wales Posts: 170	ive voted dont change the name on the same basis as ddog but if you were going to change it dont use any of those options listed maybe just dvd2 as in dvd squared or fromdvd

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Holomatrix Still Kick'n Join Date: Oct 2001 Posts: 677	I kinda like Ucopia but you probably should keep to some inline variant due to the masses knowing it as DVD2SVCD

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r6d2 Graphite mod Join Date: May 2003 Location: Away Posts: 2,022	I second DDogg's reasons but also like the DVD2 name (with 2 as a superscript, like Alien 3 ). It encloses the idea of power, of versatility (it is not constrained to an output format), and also recalls bidimensionality. My next point is completely off topic but I will bring it here. Make it shareware! Earn some well deserved money! Even though you use plenty of third parties tools and code, the value of your tool is not the easy downloading of all extras. (They might even be packaged separately if that is a concern.) The value of your tool is the automation of a really difficult, cumbersome and error-prone task. And you've done it quite well. Donateware also works, and gives the users to pay according to their abilities. But since it is not mandatory, most will just not pay for something they can get for free. At least a small donation should be needed to keep the software running after you've become acquainted of it usefulness. That's my 2 cents (much less than deserved ) __________________ MPEG4 quality with MPEG2? - Try the Poor Man's DVD. FACAR - As seen on TV! - The Complete Idiot's Guide to a good DVD Conversion. Time is money. Try D2Sroba for DVD2SVCD (FAQ) and save both. All electricity bills supported! Do you know how much overscan and which resolution your TV has? Find out if NTSC. Moderator: 1: one who arbitrates 2: one who presides over an assembly, meeting, or discussion 3: a substance (as graphite) used for slowing down neutrons in a nuclear reactor (Webster)

29th August 2003, 01:56	#9 \| Link
ammck55 Moderator Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: U.S. of A. Posts: 1,307	I'm with Ddogg, DVD2SVCD has a huge following and is highly recognizable, and I also really like r6d2's idea of a superscript. Maybe a combination of the two. Have fun!

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baker Registered User Join Date: Jun 2002 Posts: 139	i have reffered a lot of people in the past to use dvd2svcd for making vcds and they all reply back"but I wanna make vcds!!" I am afriad although we all and know love "dvd2svcd" a name change is needed! Baker __________________ I have a dream, That one day, little pressed Dvd-9s and little purple back dvd-rs. Will be one. I have a dream, That one day to convert DVD-9 to DVD-r, all that will need to be done is put a blank DVD-r in one drive, the source DVD in another drive and click convert.... I have a dream......

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Byteshark Registered User Join Date: Jun 2003 Posts: 9	Maybe Even DVDResample ? or ReDODVD

29th August 2003, 03:24	#12 \| Link
DDogg Retired, but still around Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Lone Star Posts: 3,058	As a aside comment, Ucopia reminds me of UCopulatory which might get a lot of attention, but not reflect the products functions very well If the name had to be changed to more properly reflect the use then Dvd² might be ok. I seem to remember a discussion about that name a couple of years ago. However, note the superscript looks kinda sucky unless it is bigger - Dvd². Sorta along the line Byteshark mentioned, I also thought DVDRecoder might work but then a lot of brand awareness gets tossed out the window and I would not be surprised if somebody was already using that name.

29th August 2003, 12:42	#14 \| Link
telemike Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Monsters, Inc. Posts: 180	D2S Transcoder D2SXformer btw- I finally sent DVD2SVCD some development cash. I do belive in supporting my favorite software buds.

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dvd2svcd Moderator Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: On top of the world! Posts: 1,837	I am seriously considering DVD2GO unless anybody can think of a reason not to. Speak now or forever hold your peace. __________________ Cheers, dvd2svcd

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homerjay Registered User Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Springfield, Wales Posts: 170	were a fair few search engine results for that including http://www.halfbakery.com/idea/DVD2go although noone has a direct www..... for it

29th August 2003, 13:34	#18 \| Link
dvd2svcd Moderator Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: On top of the world! Posts: 1,837	dvd2go = 49 pages on google, so the name has huge potential. Besides, I haven't decided 100% yet. It's not a decision I want to rush into. __________________ Cheers, dvd2svcd

29th August 2003, 14:20	#19 \| Link
telemike Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Monsters, Inc. Posts: 180	DVD2GO I like that!

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MrX Registered User Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Germany Posts: 11	I think: 1.) don't change (DVD2SVCD) 2.) DVD2GO