The left and right alt keys have different functions if you have a setup that allows you to type international characters. For example, here I have a US keyboard layout with the ability to type Esperanto special characters. In order to type ? for example, I hold down the right alt key and press g. This allows my w, q and x keys to still function properly when typing in English, which I do most of the time, but also allows me to type in Esperanto without changing my entire keyboard layout. Kyle -- Jesus you're my life. I live only to serve You Each and every day. --Kyle