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Lab Objective:

Learn how disable AutoRun/AutoPlay.

Lab Purpose:

The Windows AutoRun feature is turned on by default on most Windows versions. This allows programs to run from an external device as soon they are attached to a computer. Because malware can exploit the AutoRun feature, you may wish to disable it.

Windows AutoPlay is a feature that is part of AutoRun. It prompts the user to play music and videos or display pictures. AutoRun is a broader setting that controls the actions to take when a USB drive or CD/DVD is inserted into a drive on your computer.

Lab Tool:

Windows 10

Lab Topology:

Please use the following topology to complete this lab exercise:

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Lab Walkthrough:

Task 1:

Go to Settings-Devices to find AutoPlay.

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AutoPlay will be listed on the left.

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Task 2:

Alternatively, you can type ‘AutoPlay’ in the search bar.

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Task 3:

You can use the slider to disable AutoPlay globally.

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Task 4:

Click on the drop-down arrow for removable drives. You have several options to choose from.

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Your options for ‘Memory Card’ differ from the removable drive.

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Notes:

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