On my HTPC I'd like to ask my Karmic install for my password every time I insert a USB storage device in order to protect it from accidental interference (or theft of files!) by friends/family. I'm happy to have removeable devices automount, but be accessible only after authentication by my user account.
I've Gooooogled lots...
Found this page -> https://help.ubuntu.com/community/Mount/USB
It says:I've unchecked that option with the expectation that it would do what I want, but it seems to have no effect.User Privileges
If your usb device doesn't appear on your desktop, you should check that your user has the correct privileges. Go to System->Administration->User and Groups, choose the user, click on "Properties", then go to the "User Privileges" tab. You should have the "Access external storage devices automatically" option checked.
I found this thread (Unable to mount USB, Not Authorized) in which people report the behaviour I want, but (in their case) this was a problem for them. Someone suggested this was a bug. Does the bug work both ways?
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