The most popular abandonware applications

Abandonware DOS is not only about games. Some of the most fondly remembered software for old PCs is an application. These applications, both for DOS and early versions of Windows, played pivotal roles in shaping the personal computing landscape. They introduced users to various productivity tools, multimedia experiences, and the potential of GUI-based interfaces.

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After Dark

DOSWindows XP/98/95Mac OS19933.2/5 utility

Borland Turbo Pascal 2.0

DOS19834/5 programming

Netscape Navigator 4

Windows XP/98/95Windows 3.x19973.6/5 browser

Netscape Navigator was one of the earliest web browsers that played a crucial role in popularizing the World Wide Web. It was developed by Netscape Communications Corporation and released in 1994. Netscape Navigator was among the first graphical web browsers that allowed users to navigate the internet using a graphical user interface rather than a ...

Magic: The Gathering Interactive Encyclopedia

Windows XP/98/9519993.6/5 gaming software, collectible card game

Magic: The Gathering Interactive Encyclopedia is an abandoned "educational" application and turn-based strategy game based on he Magic: The Gathering collectible card game. MTG: Interactive Encyclopedia was developed by Wizards of the Coast and released in 1999 for Windows XP, 98, 95. The base application contains Magic cards up to the Mercadi...

F-Prot

DOS19953.8/5 utility

F-PROT is an antivirus developed by FRISK Software International. The name "F-PROT" stands for "FRISK-PROActive," emphasizing its proactive approach to virus detection and prevention. F-PROT Antivirus is designed to protect computer systems from various forms of malware, including viruses, worms, Trojans, and other malicious software.

Music Time Deluxe

Windows XP/98/9519963.5/5 sound software

Einstein Writer 7

DOS19853.5/5 word processor

EducAtlas 1993

DOS19933.2/5

PrintMaster

DOS19853.4/5 graphics editor

PrintMaster is a program that allows users to create a variety of print projects, such as greeting cards, banners, brochures, and more. It provides users with tools and templates to design and customize their own print materials. PrintMaster includes a library of pre-designed templates, clipart, and other graphics that users can incorporate in...

IBM Assistant 2.0

DOS19864.1/5 word processor, spreadsheet, utility

Bank Streek Writer Plus

DOS19863/5 word processor

Mo'Slo

DOS1990protected4.1/5 utility

The previous file hosted here was put online by mistake (it was the deluxe version, not the basic one). Copyright holders kindly allowed Abandonware DOS to link directly to their website where you can buy the deluxe version of Mo'Slo.

PC Globe 5

DOS19874.1/5

WinFrotz

Windows XP/98/952002freeware3.9/5 gaming software

NewsMaster

DOS19863.8/5 graphics editor

Javelin

DOS19853.3/5 spreadsheet

Rawcopy

DOS19924.2/5 utility, gaming software

LHA

DOS19884.2/5 utility

Visual Basic 3

Windows XP/98/95Windows 3.x19933.5/5 programming

Visual Basic 3 (VB3) is a programming language and integrated development environment (IDE) released by Microsoft in 1993. It is part of the Visual Basic (VB) series, which is known for its ease of use and rapid application development capabilities. Visual Basic 3 was a significant step forward in the evolution of the Visual Basic language and...

DBGL: DOSBox Game Launcher

Windows2017freeware4.2/5 emulator

DBGL is a free and open-source frontend for DOSBox available for many platforms, developed in Java.

TheDraw 4

DOS19863.3/5 graphics editor

NCSA Mosaic

Windows XP/98/95Windows 3.x19933.2/5 browser

NCSA Mosaic was one of the earliest web browsers to appear on the market. It was developed at the National Center for Supercomputing Applications (NCSA) at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. NCSA Mosaic was released in 1993 and is credited with being the first widely-used graphical web browser with a user-friendly interface.