What is FreeBASIC?
FreeBASIC is a free, 32-bit BASIC compiler for Windows (32-bit), 32 bit protected-mode DOS (COFF executables, like DJGPP), and Linux (x86). It began as an attempt to create a code-compatible, free alternative to Microsoft QuickBASIC, but has quickly grown into a powerful development tool, already including support for libraries such as Allegro, SDL, OpenGL, and many others with its default installation.