Trying to disable laptop touchpad

[jacatone]

Been looking for this "gpointing-device-settings" app but can't seem to find it. Does anyone know where it is know of something just as good? Thanks.

[Snowhog]

Install package xserver-xorg-input-synaptics

Once installed, you have to logout and log back in (I just do a full restart to be absolutely sure). Then see System Settings > Input Devices > Touchpad and click on the Enable/Disable Touchpad Tab. There, check Disable touchpad when mouse is plugged in