After 30 years of service, FreeDOS is still going strong with its 1.4 update

Here's to many more.

Apr 9, 2025 - 01:08
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After 30 years of service, FreeDOS is still going strong with its 1.4 update

Do you remember using DOS to run programs and open files? If you do, I'm sorry to hear about the back pain—I'm right there with you, buddy. But you should also check out this update for FreeDOS. First released back in 1994 and with fond memories of its 30th birthday still in its mind, this program is still an excellent go-to for running legacy applications that relied on the UI-less system. Now, it has received its big 1.4 update, which includes some nice additions to its repertoire.