How can i prevent iphoto from opening when i plug in my iphone to the computer?

Hi There,
I have  a question, when I connect my iPhone to the computer the iPhoto automatically opens.
how can i prevent this from happening? it always slows down my computer.
any help will be appreciated.
thanks

Image Capture (in your Applications Folder) - In the preferences you can decide to 'Do Nothing' when a camera is connected.
Some versions also have this option in the iPhoto Preferences.
Regards
TD

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