set default view in explorer to DETAIL

How do I set the default view while using “my computer” from the icon view to DETAIL view — hey even have a default sort (say by date) set?

Every time I open a window I have to set everything up all over again!

I’ve been wondering this for years..

I use win nt desktop and Win98

This issue has frustrated me for years; don’t know why it’s taken me so long to ask!!

Thanks!
Laura