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   Message 865 of 2,222   
   chrisv to aka Bob   
   Re: How do I stop AutoPlay?   
   10 Sep 06 07:54:18   
   
   From: chrisv@nospam.invalid   
      
   aka Bob wrote:   
   > I've purchased a new computer system, upgraded from W2Kpro to WXPpro   
   > and I'm on a steep learning curve. Lots of problems, but this is one   
   > that's driving me bonkers.   
   >   
   > I have gone into My Computer and right clicked on the DVD-RW drive,   
   > opened properties and chosen to "Take No Action" for all of the   
   > "AutoPlay" options.   
   >   
   > Nevertheless, software CD's still execute autorun/install whenever   
   > they're put in the drive. I was able to easily disable autoplay my old   
   > computer, but WXPpro is obviously different.   
   >   
   > Please ... how can I stop the AutoPlay monster? b   
      
   Multi posting (like you have done to at least 3 groups so far...) will get   
   you ignored. Cross-post to the relevant groups instead.   
      
   Also, you have gotten your answer twice already.   
      
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