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How can I run QBASIC on a Mac?
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Posted by: datapimp

I need to get qbasic running on my macbook, what is the best way to do this without having to use a different OS?

Posted by: macdude425

WOW - and I thought I was the only poor dummy who still used it. I feel empowered now.

Use DOSBox. QuickBASIC AND QBASIC run marvelously.

[url]http://mac.punknews.org/dosbox[/url]

Posted by: datapimp

Cool, thanks man.

Posted by: datapimp

Okay, now for the really funny part...

How do I open a file while in the Dosbox?

Usually on the school computers (dells) there are drop down menu's at the top of the screen that have a "Open File" tab, then you just pick from the list. I'm sure you know what I mean.

What are the actual commands I need to enter, or least to get to my c drive.

Thanks

Posted by: macdude425

When you open DOSBox, you are forced to mount a volume or folder. If you've done that, then once you invoke qbasic, you should have two options.

1. Click in the window, and the mouse driver should activate. Click File-Open.

2. If not, hit Alt-F-O.

Posted by: datapimp

Thanks for your help, I got it to run thanks to you.