Quick Question regarding file size after converting

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  1. p3rdition

    p3rdition Member

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    Hey guys, still a noob here, when going from avi to dvd, is it me or does the file size get significantly larger? Probably a retarded question but hey, couldn't find it anywhere. ; )
     
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    The file size is supposed to get larger. AVI is a form of compressed video. When converting avi to DVD, the avi is converted to DVD compliant MPEG file, which is much larger than an avi.
     
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    sweet!!! I thought so. Thx fo the reply bro. ; )
     
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