Looking for a Software to extract DVD movie clips

In 2001, the following post appeared:

I am desperately trying to find some type of software that will take a DVD movie
clip from a DVD so I can put it into a powerpoint presentation (ultimately) or
to extract it some other way so I can present it on a projector besides just
using a DVD clip. -- Douglas Patrick (douglaslpatrick@hotmail.com),
November 12, 2001

Some kind hearted people responded but suggested solutions appeared flaky for the most part. I am still looking for a robust solution. Click here to "donate" your suggestions.