Windows XP Tips:Set a Trap with Changed Settings

Change the keyboard layout to suit your needs and preferences, or just to play a trick on friends and family.Perhaps this doesn’t belong here, or even in this book, but if you want to have a little fun with your friends and family, especially those that use your computer without your permission, consider changing the keyboard and mouse setup to something only you understand and prefer. Here’s how. If your keyboard comes with command keys, like Favorites, Cut, Copy, Paste, Media, or other options:

1. Open TweakUI.
2. Expand Explorer.
3. Select Command Keys.

You’ll see options here for personalizing those keys. Change the Favorites button to open Solitaire, change the Lower Microphone button to open Windows Media Player, or use Mute Volume to turn up the volume instead. Chances are these little changes will help you catch that midnight snooper who has been using your computer without your authorization!