there is no general setting to make ALL windows open maximised, mostly windows open in the same size as they were closed when you exit the program.
You can edit the properties of an application to choose that the application will run Maximised, Minimised, or Normal window by right clicking it's icon, choosing properties and adjusting the setting for Run

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