How do I configure a C# program to run when the Operating System is first started?

Question

How do I configure a C# program to run when the operating system is first started?

Answer 1

If you want to run the program when the user logs on, then the "Startup" folder or Run registry key methods both work.

If you want the program to run when the computer is turned on (ie Windows starts), without waiting for the user to log on, you will need to install it as a service, and configure it to start automatically.