: Press Win + R , type regedit , and run as administrator.
19.7.44.2.1 Ensure 'Prevent Codec Download' is set to 'Enabled' prevent codec download registry
To prevent Windows Media Player (WMP) from automatically downloading codecs, you must modify specific values in the Windows Registry. This action is often taken to save bandwidth, enforce security policies, or prevent the installation of potentially untrusted third-party software. Core Registry Method : Press Win + R , type regedit , and run as administrator
If you are using Windows Pro, Enterprise, or Education editions, you can achieve the same result using the . This method is often preferred for managing multiple users. Core Registry Method If you are using Windows
: Double-click the new value and set the Value data to 1 .
: Right-click in the right pane, select New > DWORD (32-bit) Value , and name it PreventCodecDownload .
: Restart your computer or WMP to finalize the setting. Alternative: Local Group Policy Editor