Let’s get TCP working with MS-DOS
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We showed a few MS-DOS applications before, showcasing text-mode file managers, command prompt history, archivers, text editors and banner…

Ever wanted to have Internet access in MS-DOS? Let’s see how to get it done!

  • @rnd@beehaw.org
    6•10 months ago

    Nice article!

    I remember using a (modern) PC a few years ago that had working DOS packet drivers and which could therefore connect to the internet from FreeDOS.

    There’s even a version of the “links” web browser for DOS that supports all the modern-day encryption standards (frequently a weak point when one tries to use old software with the web!)

  • @paulh
    4•10 months ago

    My first ISP (Demon Internet) had me use the ham radio software KA9Q in DOS.

    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/KA9Q

    Mail and Usenet programs would auto-run to download and upload when it connected via modem.