KeyboardLocker
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KeyboardLocker will disable the keyboard, leaving the mouse active. An exit phrase must be entered before the keyboard is reactivated. Can be used to secure dedicated servers, or to show a DVD to a small child without them destroying your computer!
This program disables the keyboard. Once KeyboardLocker is enabled, you can only use the keyboard to type in the Exit Phrase. You can also copy the shortcut for KeyboardLocker into the startup folder so that your computer is automatically locked when it boots up.
KeyboardLocker can be used
* to secure dedicated servers (such as university print servers)
* to prevent both USB and PS/2 keyboard input on Internet and Photo kiosks
* to protect running processes when the keyboard is cleaned by janitors
* to stop keyboard input when desktop macros are running
* in a home user environment, e.g. to show a DVD to a small child without them destroying your computer.
Uses
* Protect print servers from student use or improper use - while still allowing mouse interaction
* Show a DVD without allowing it to be stopped
* Show a presentation or demo without allowing it to be stopped
KeyboardLocker features two startup modes
A configuration mode, where the unlock phrase can be entered. Note - in the Evaluation version you cannot change the unlock phrase - it is set to 'buyme'. Access this via the Configure KeyboardLocker start menu item.
An instant start mode, where the unlock phrase cannot be entered. The only way to regain control of your machine is to type the unlock phrase. While locked, you can still use your mouse to start a DVD playing. The instant start mode can be useful to run when a machine starts up - to provide protection straight away. Access this via the Start KeyboardLocker NOW! start menu item.
Command Line Options
There are several ways you can start KeyboardLocker:
"c:\Program Files\KeyboardLocker\KeyboardLocker.exe" [/START]
Starts KeyboardLocker in interactive mode. If /START is specified, KeyboardLocker locks immediately.
"c:\Program Files\KeyboardLocker\KeyboardLocker.exe" /NEWPWD=<new password> [/START]
Starts KeyboardLocker in interactive mode, but with a new default password. If /START is specified, KeyboardLocker locks immediately.
"c:\Program Files\KeyboardLocker\KeyboardLocker.exe" /OLDPWD=<old password> /NEWPWD=<new password>
If KeyboardLocker is currently running, it changes the unlock phrase from old password to new password. This copy of KeyboardLocker then terminates.
"c:\Program Files\KeyboardLocker\KeyboardLocker.exe" /STOP=<password>
Unlocks KeyboardLocker if it is currently running and password is correct. This copy of KeyboardLocker then terminates.
Features
* Disables ALL windows keys, even Alt+Tab, Ctrl+Escape, Windows keys etc
* Simple to install and uninstall - no configuration required
* Windows 95, 98, ME, NT, 2000, XP, 2003 Server, Vista and Vista 64
* Help Menu can be disabled to restrict internet access
* Exit phrase can be locked so that it cannot be changed
The license of this software is Free Trial Software, the price is $9.99, you can free download and get a free trial.