Beyond Linux From Scratch - Version 6.1

Chapter 37. Multimedia Libraries and Drivers

Libdvdread-0.9.4

Introduction to Libdvdread

libdvdread is a library which provides a simple foundation for reading DVDs.

Package Information

Libdvdread Dependencies

Optional

libdvdcss-1.2.8

Installation of Libdvdread

Install libdvdread by running the following commands: 

./configure --prefix=/usr &&
make

This package does not come with a test suite.

Now, as the root user: 

make install

Command Explanations

--with-libdvdcss: This switch is needed if you want libdvdread to be able to read CSS encrypted DVDs.

Contents

Installed Programs: None
Installed Libraries: libdvdread.[so,a]
Installed Directories: /usr/include/dvdread

Short Descriptions

libdvdread.[so,a]

provides the functionality that is required to access DVDs.

Last updated on 2005-08-01 13:29:19 -0600