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   Message 870 of 2,222   
   johnny to aka Bob   
   Re: How do I stop AutoPlay?   
   11 Sep 06 00:07:57   
   
   From: johnny@n0sq.us   
      
   On Sun, 10 Sep 2006 21:01:56 +1200, 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 monst   
      
   Open My Computer, right click on the CD icon, select Properties, select   
   AutoPlay tab and set whatever actions you want.   
      
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