How to switch default behavior of function keys?

By default, the new MBP has the function keys behave with their utility functions, like brightness, volume, etc. I rarely need those, since for programming I often use the function keys F1-F12. So at the moment I always have to press Fn+something to get there. Is it possible to switch to F1-F12 being the primary function of those keys? I remember that the older PowerBooks behaved that way.
Regards,
Arne

Hi,
I also want to avoid using fn. I tried selecting the 'use all f1,f2 as standard' and it did not work. I am still having to press fn first. Any other suggestions?

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