Using the AVI Format

• The AVI file, short for Audio Video Interleave file, is a video container format developed by Microsoft. It stores video data that can be encoded in a variety of codecs. This allows AVI to be easily converted to other video file formats such as MOV, WMV and MP4, especially when your available DVD-burning freeware can only recognize other video file formats.
  
  

Choosing a Compatible Freeware

• Many freeware programs can be readily downloaded from the Internet. Before deciding which one to download and install, it is important to check the specifications and compatibility of the program with your computer. Usually, new computers are already equipped with native DVD-burning programs that you can use. Preference for other freeware programs can be due to certain features that you may find better than the native program in your computer. Available freeware programs typically have versions meant for various operating systems in Windows, Mac and Linux. Popular freewares include Nero Burnlite, AVSMedia, Video DVD Maker PRO and DeepBurner Free.
  
  

Burning AVI File to DVD

• Although the step-by-step procedure in burning the AVI file to a DVD disc depends on the freeware used, the basic steps primarily require opening the AVI file to the freeware program's designated window, configuring the settings for the output DVD, then pressing the "Record" or "Burn" button to confirm the burning process. Buttons and command names also depend on the program used. If burning the AVI file in data DVD format, your exact AVI file will be transferred to the disc. If burning the AVI file in DVD video format, the AVI file is automatically converted to the standard DVD video format MPEG-2.