a method detects for an event of a key of a keyboard . key events include a make event executed when a key is depressed , a break event executed when a key is released , and a repeat event executed while a key is depressed for longer than a repeat threshold time . the touchpad is deactivated upon detection of the make event , and deactivated upon detection of the break event when not receiving input . the touchpad is reactivated immediately after a deactivation interval has elapsed . the touchpad is normally activated , and temporary deactivation is followed by reactivation .