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Old 01-08-2007, 03:44 PM   #1
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windows opening small will not resize

buddy just called with an unusual problem. his new computer will not open windows in full size. any program that he opens, opens in a small window that will not resize. it is not only explorer but all programs. any suggestions?
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Old 01-10-2007, 09:01 PM   #2
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I recently had that problem. Someone suggested that I re-install the video driver. I just went into Device manager, removed that device and shutdown the computer. Upon reboot Windows reinstalled the video driver and all was fine. Hope that helps.
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Can he drag the sides of the windows and the hold the control key will he X's out to save the setting?
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