Making a c++ program that starts up when the computer does

Mar 13, 2012 at 12:41pm
So my question is:
How would I make a c++ program that starts up when the user logs in to their account and views the desktop? Such as how MSN starts up automatically when the computers starts.
I already know about the Start Up folder method but I was looking more into the Registry way.
And ofc you can tell I don't really know much about Registry so with the code if you can explain it to me step by step, i'd really be thankful.
Thank you.
Mar 13, 2012 at 3:05pm
Right click the .exe in your debug folder, and make a shortcut. Cut and paste that shortcut here, replacing (user) with your username:

C:\Documents and Settings\(user)\Start Menu\Programs\Startup

if you're running xp.

In windows seven, copy it here, replacing (user-name) with your username:

C:\Users\(User-Name)\AppData\Roaming\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs\Startup

http://www.sevenforums.com/tutorials/1401-startup-programs-change.html
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