How to Keep a Window Maximized in Windows XP

We believe that our computers are smart and we can program software to do the things we want it to do. But we still need to instruct it in the specific needs it's meant to fulfill. Like little kids, once you learn the language it understands, getting a computer to do its job is a snap. For example, you can tell Windows XP to keep a window maximized. Read on to learn how to keep a window maximized in Windows XP.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

1. Back up all of your documents, and do a fresh install of the operating system using the Windows disk that came with your computer. Install the updates to get your computer the current patches, and install all of the necessary drivers to run your hardware.

2. Download IE Maximizer from jiiSoft, and run the installation program on your Windows XP machine. So long as there is no data corruption in your applications or operating system, this keeps your windows maximized between uses, shutdowns and boots.

3. Deal with the programs that don't have a maximized setting, or the maximized setting is smaller than your monitor's full screen. Some programs are simply designed that way.

Tips & Warnings

• If you start experiencing problems with keeping your windows maximized again, and you don't want to reinstall your operating system, try de-fragmenting your hard drive. If all else fails and you can't handle your computer not listening to you, donate it to a secondhand store and buy a new computer.

Resources

• Link to jiiSoft: IE Maximizer Download