Single-File Distribution of Windows Apps - Single Binaries and the Limits of OS Dependencies (archived 2026-07-27)

When you want to ship a Windows app as a single EXE, the difference between shipping one artifact and eliminating OS dependencies matters. We work through .NET, C++, WebView2, WinUI, services, and drivers. Archived version of https://comcomponent.com/en/blog/2026/03/19/003-windows-single-binary-and-os-dependencies/, as published on 2026-07-27. The live article is maintained and may change after this date. First published 2026-03-19.