Dvd drive programs dvd to ipod difficulties

I am having a very hard time to download "Lords of Dogtown" to my new ipod video, and have been trying for 6 hours. I have downloaded DVD Decrypter and Videora Ipod Converter but when i start to decrypt my DVD,about 5 minutes into it, this error comes up saying how it is having wierd little difficulties. Can someone please help me with these unothorized programs or help me find a better and faster way to get my DVD movie on my ipod on my windows xp pro.
Thank You for Your Help,
Ryan

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