Items on desktop and in windows appear too large

I recently had to perform a System Restore to remove some malicious software, but when my computer restarted I found that everything seemed over-sized. Right now both the desktop and internet explorer look magnified, and to see a standard size web page I have to zoom out to 75%. It is extremely inconvenient, and I've been looking for an answer for quite some time.
I have already verified that my resolution is at 800x600, which is the lowest setting, that my dpi is at 100%, and I've looked at my video card to see if I had to install any drivers. I think it is described as being a "standard vga graphics adapter."
It is very important to me that I correct it back to the way it was prior to the restore, so any suggestions are appreciated.

Hi,
You need higher resolution, not lowest. What is the native resolution of your screen ? 800 x 600 is too low for a normal screen. To help us answer question quicker, please read this:
http://h30434.www3.hp.com/t5/First-Time-Here-Learn-How-to/Welcome-Get-started-here/td-p/699035
Regards.
BH
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