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DOSBox SVN r4486 is an emulator for Intel x86 PCs that allows users to run old MS-DOS games and applications on modern operating systems like Windows XP and Linux. While primarily focused on gaming, it can theoretically run any DOS application, though networking and printer support are still in development. DOSBox features a basic DOS-like command prompt for installing and running games. Recent updates include enhancements to video configurations and graphics support, improving compatibility for certain games. For more information and to download, visit the provided source link.
DOSBox SVN r4486 has been compiled. DOSBox emulates an Intel x86 PC, providing sound, graphics, mouse, joystick, modem, and more, which are essential for running many classic MS-DOS games that cannot be executed on contemporary PCs and operating systems like Microsoft Windows XP, Windows Vista, Linux, and FreeBSD. Furthermore, it’s not limited to just games; theoretically, any MS-DOS or PC-DOS application (often referred to as “DOS”) should function in DOSBox. The primary focus has been on facilitating smooth gameplay for DOS games, although features like communication, networking, and printer support are still being refined.
DOSBox includes its own command prompt similar to DOS. While it remains quite basic and lacks many functionalities available in MS-DOS, it sufficiently supports the installation and execution of most DOS games.
DOSBox SVN Changelog:
r4486
Enhanced the Video Parameter Table for certain modes. Corrected the EGA configuration for Robbo on both EGA and VGA machine types.
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r4485
Allowed write access to all planes when rendering pixels in EGA modes. This fixes an educational game.
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