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The thread discusses methods to disable a built-in webcam for privacy reasons. The original poster asks how to turn off the webcam completely to prevent any software access, while a responder suggests disabling it via the Device Manager. Another user mentions using Autoruns to disable startup access and covering the lens with tape for added security, expressing concern about unauthorized monitoring.
The thread discusses methods to disable a built-in webcam for privacy reasons. The original poster asks how to turn off the webcam completely to prevent any software access, while a responder suggests disabling it via the Device Manager. Another user mentions using Autoruns to disable startup access and covering the lens with tape for added security, expressing concern about unauthorized monitoring.
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davidhk129
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Start button > search box, type device manager > Enter > scroll to Image Devices and expand it ( click the pointer in front of )>
Right click at your webcam > at the popup box, click Disable > exit Device Manager.
CBM
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I disabled mine from startup using Autoruns, which allows me to use it whenever I wish. I then placed a piece of black electrical tape over the webcam lens. I take it as a given that our government has a back door to all software and that they can monitor me at any time they wish but I refuse to give anyone unauthorized access to my webcam, including websites.
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