how do I get my windows to open maximized instead of minimized when start up?

Question

although I close with them maxed when I start up they are always minimized.

Answer 1

Make sure that when you close them, you go to File --> Close and don't just click the "x" in the top right of the window.

Answer 2

Try one of the following

http://www.okteachme.com/resizewindows.html
http://www.theeldergeek.com/maximize_internet_explorer.htm

Answer 3

If all else fails, re-format