BasicMouse and BasicBoard6.1.4.0

BasicMouse and BasicBoard is a small Windows application whose purpose is to help you block mouse clicks and keyboard shortcuts. In addition, the tool comes packed with a web browser which can be used for restricting access to custom websites.

User interface

You are welcomed by a configuration panel which gives you the possibility to set up restrictions in detail. As soon as you are finished with them, you can access the built-in web browser which looks simple to use.

General settings

You can open the utility at Windows startup and make it run in the background, set up a password that is needed for closing the program, as well as run a user-defined application. The current configuration settings can be saved so you can easily use them in the future.

Disable mouse clicks

BasicMouse and BasicBoard helps you disable the left, right and middle mouse buttons, as well as scroll wheel. What’s more, you can select a custom area where users are allowed to click and change the mouse cursor by choosing between several preset options. In addition, you can quickly restore the default cursor.

Keyboard settings

The application allows you to disable Alt-Tab, Win, Menu or all keys. Plus, you can deactivate shortcut keys, Task Manager and Start menu/Taskbar.It’s easy to select the keys that you want to disable because BasicMouse and BasicBoard reveals a virtual keyboard in the main layout. You can also check out a numeric keyboard and pick the keys that you want to restrict access to.

Working with the browser

BasicMouse and BasicBoard helps you run the browser at statup, open the browser in full screen, specify the correct password if you want to close it, as well as use a proxy server. You are given the freedom to build a whitelist with the websites that can be opened. The web browser is pretty simplistic and lets you go to the previous or next page.

Final verdict

All in all, BasicMouse and BasicBoard makes it easier for parents or teachers to restrict access to websites and disable mouse buttons and keyboard shortcuts. The configuration settings look intuitive so they can be tweaked by beginners and professionals alike.