Bootcamp, XP, MBP 13" and trackpad

Is there any way to get the trackpad to work under Windows XP on a MBP 13 using bootcamp? I am working a cunning plan to get a devout PC user over to a Mac and a right-click capability is an absolute must on this trackpad. I use the magic trackpad and the two-finger click is second nature, can I do anything like it for XP on the MBP. The Control Panel only has controls for a mouse, is there one for a trackpad?
Thanks - Lawrence

MBP keyboard mapping in Windows http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1220
Usage of Microsofts Keyboard Layout Creator http://support.apple.com/kb/HT2587
Multi Trackpad support in Windows http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4273
Some gestures are simply not supported in Windows.
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