cd copying software

[greenwooddiana]

i have downloaded many programs for backing up but i seem to be all confused
i wanted to use the cdclone but i am told that my cd writer isnt completely compatable it is a LG CED 8080b so what is the next best program to use then. I want to be able to copy protected games also.
Please also explain these pateches do they patch the softweare or the game and how do i used thm I am really new to all this

Thanks for the help
Diana