How do i import dvd in FCP

sorry for this basic question: what is the best way to import the content of a DVD (non commercial - no copy protection issues) into FCP?
does FCP serve some tool or do i have to use external conversion software? if the answer is yes, then which software?
i want the picture quality to be as best as possible.
thanks for your help

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