So, got a MS-DOS compatible operating system.
But what about a GUI ?
It all really depends on what you want to do. First let me state that I
have a vested interest in GUI software for DOS, as I develop OpenGEM for the
FreeDOS enviroment. OpenGEM is a single-tasking 16bit GUI for DOS with a
range of applications (including word processing, DTP and graphics
applications).
You have DOS and you want a GUI. Okay.
Do you want a simple and quick way to manage lots of files with features
like drag and drop, and multiple resizable windows? Something like OpenGEM
or SEAL can do that.
Do you want to have lots of colourful graphics and eyecandy? Something like
SEAL can do that.
Do you want something reliable and stable? Something like OpenGEM or
DESKTOP2 can do that.
Do you want something with lots of applications? Something like OpenGEM can
do that.
Do you want something that has multitasking? Something like SEAL can do
that.
Do you want a modern 32bit multitasking GUI running powerful multimedia
applications on your Pentium4? You're looking at the wrong operating system
enviroment. Go get Linux with Gnome or KDE.
DOS provides a simple and powerful way to run computers, particuarly low-end
machines. The DOS GUIs can help you manage your files or use grapically
orientated programs. We cannot provide you with an XP fighter though.
That's just not our arena, nor will it realistically ever be. There's no
point in me trying to make OpenGEM a KDE. KDE does that very well already.
Personally, I think the main use of a GUI on DOS is to manage files. I like
selecting multiple files to delete or move. If you want to do this, then
have a look at OpenGEM or its little sister, GEMini.
http://gem.shaneland.co.uk
Regards
Shane
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