Internet explorer download/XP Pro??

I use MS Window XP Pro -

In internet explorer, I open or download excel files from links, however whenever the excel spreadsheet opens, it opens from internet explorer mode. I need it to open directly to MS excel mode.

How do i do this in XP Pro / Internet Explorer mode???

If you could give step by step instructions, it would be MOST appreciated.

I remember someone told me to go to internet options but I could not solve it.

Please help

Microsoft Windows 2000 / Windows XP

Open Control Panel, Open Folder Options, Click File Types, Locate "XLS Microsoft Excel Worksheet", and click the Advanced button. Check the box that says "Confirm open after download" and uncheck the box that says "Browse in same Window". Click Ok.