How do I view and type Korean script (Hangeul) on a non-Korean computer?

When I first came here and started studying Korean I got the impression that you had to buy an extra keyboard in order to type in Korean. Not true. Here's what you need for your laptop from your home country:

What is an IME (Input Method Editor) and how do I use it?

How to add Language Support and Keyboard/IMEs

You may want to buy Hangeul stickers for your keyboard, available at most electronics marts.