Unauthorized computer use via keyboard or remote access?

Unauthorized computer use via keyboard or remote access?

"I’m suspecting my computer is being used when I’m not at home. This is happening either physically or remotely. My wireless switch is off. Is there any way possible to detect and/or monitor activity without purchasing software?
My settings are being changed as well as passwords (Bios PW was changed and I cannot access Bios settings). I connect via the network cable. Is it possible for someone (in range) to connect to my laptop even if the wireless switch is off? This is a Dell Inspiron 1720 with the WLAN 1395 card.
Here’s the kicker. When I try to download freeware for monitoring activity, I am not allowed to do this! ????"

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"Keylog yourself. Seriously.

There is free keylogging software available such as Actual Keylogger which you can install on your laptop. You can password protect it so nobody can access the software. When you return home, simply check the logs to see what has been typed. If you do not trust this award winning software, there are open source keyloggers available such as pykeylogger.

The only remote connection to your laptop I could imagine (with your wireless access point being turned off) is a wireless ad-hoc, but even then it requires intervention with your laptop to get it running."