- run gpedit.msc using run command (start button -> run). This will open group policy windows.
- under Computer Configuration, click Administrative Templates then System.
- find Turn off Autoplay Setting on the right panel and double-click it. Then, choose enable. It will allow us to edit bottom area. Choose all drives from 'Turn off Autoplay on' drop down list. Finally click apply or ok.
![](http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_WfNme6wEiic/SW7C0wdONhI/AAAAAAAAAVo/8iS5ZSv55So/s400/disable_autoplay.png)
Another good way to help preventing viruses without additional programs. However, this method works only in windows XP professional edition.
Resources:
[1] - http://antivirus.about.com/od/securitytips/ht/autorun.htm
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