backing up
 

I'm new to backing up PS2 and DVDs. Do I need to get special software to backup my games and alter my PS2 unit to play those games? I'm using a DVD-RW to make the backups.

This depends entirely on what you intend to do....

You can backup a dvd movie on a DVD-R and not have to do anything and your PS2 will play it...

However, if you intend on backing up PS2 games, you will need a mod chip installed in your PS2 in order to play them.

You will need a dvd writer (to write DVD-R discs)
You will need a cd writer (to write cd-r discs)

And you will also need specific software: Primo DVD or RecordNow Max, Clone CD... (These are the ones used most for PS2 backups)
DVD Decrypter, Ifo Edit (For burning DVD movies) or DVD X Copy...

Any more questions, don't hesitate to ask...:)