I'll probably go AnyDVD HD, that way I don't have to worry about all the new BS.
I only play the main movie anyway usually, so I can use VLC if need be after that.
I did rip all my DVDs in the past for the same reason, young child, not so much an issue anymore but having them all on the server is nice.
It's funny that the "protection" they use forces some people to find a way around it just so they can watch a movie they rented or paid for. I even hear some stand alone BRD players are not getting up updated after a couple years so you need to buy another.
Now I'm wishing HD-DVD would have won the battle.
and thanks for your response.