Storing analog converted to digital video for editing later

Okay, so I am still experimenting AND learning. I was hoping I could use the DVD as a storage medium and later pick, choose and edit clips. I tried but now I have a movie of all the clips I took on that tape and I can't access them. What is the best way to store the video for later use in editing and compiling?

Sorry I have been busy with other non tech projects lately. I think I was supposed to mark the replies as helpful or solved or something so all of you people who gave input could accumulate points. I am new to these discussion groups.
I am going to try the following:
1. convert small chunks of video
2. Store as QT video on DVD
3. Store as QT video on hard drive
4. Then try editing each
Thanks for all your help. Let me know how to give points!

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