Windows question about displaying files in a folder

Factual Questions
1

Is there a way I can change the settings in Windows XP so that every folder displays files in “details” mode, rather than “tiles”?

2

My Computer > Tools > Folder Options > View > Apply To All Folders

3

Problem is that, at least for me (WinXP Pro on my work computer), it doesn’t “stick.” I’ve done that till my fingers cramp, and the next time I open the same folder Explorer picks a display style seemingly at random.

4
  1. Open Windows Explorer
  2. Enable View/Details
  3. Also enable View/Status Bar if you like
  4. After doing the above, go to Tools/Folder Options
  5. Go to View
  6. Scroll down to “Remember each folder’s view settings”. Enable it.
  7. Now click on “Apply to all folders”