How can I disable or reassign the 'Windows' key?

Solution 1:

See my answer for Reassigning the caps lock key on Windows or OS X:

You can use SharpKeys to disable the functionality of any key. For a detailed guide, you can check out Map Any Key to Any Key on Windows XP / Vista.

Solution 2:

You can download SharpKeys! It saved my life, especially when I want to press ESC and accidentally press F1.

SharpKeys is free. You can download it from here

  • When installed, click on Add button,
  • on Map this key (from key) section click on Type key button. Type F1.
  • on the To this key (to key) section, select Turn Key off item.

Confirm with OK, reboot your Windows (because registry got changed). You're done!