just do it...! it’ll be fun and you’ll learn a lot
Windows XP only runs on X86 cpus. The Raspberry PI runs on an ARM architecture. I’d just buy an old PC for DOS and XP.
Aw man, the memories..
They aren’t going to run on a Raspberry unless someone has ported them over.
And the chip is just the start. To do most of the projects you can find on the internet, you’re going to have to buy other ‘stuff’, although you may have some old things around the house that you can use - old wi-fi dongles, or keyboards, etc.
Try looking through the material at....
https://hamradio1.com/411-introduction/
published by Bobby Chartier KM6JKH
You may find the kind of background data that you are seeking.
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Rasberry PI can run Windows 10 Internet of Things. That does not support the Windows Forms. You would need to update the application to use UWP (Universal Windows Platform). I am currently running Windows 10 Rasberry pi for simple apps that I wrote.
Bought a Raspberry Pi 3 B+ recently. Nice little machine. Have the old Zork text game installed on it, but otherwise use it for weather stuff.
Not sure about XP or other Windows OS running on it, but sounds like an interesting project. Good luck!
We got a pair of Raspberry Pi 3, packages of sensors, and already had lots of breadboards, and other electronic parts. We’ve tied ours to Adruino circuits. Lots of DIY projects online. One of my twin 11 year olds is using one to lear Python. Lots of things you can do with them and very cheaply.
You can run DOS programs on Windows with the DOSBOX emulator.
It works great.
Won’t run any Windows or DOS software. Welcome to the world of Linux!
As others mentioned, PC’s use x86 architecture and the Pi uses ARM. So you need to have an x86 emulator for ARM....but that is not all. You’ll need something that can emulate the BIOS to run DOS.
...I did a bit of checking and came across this:
http://rpix86.patrickaalto.com/
I’ve never tried it, have no idea how much success you’ll have or how well it works in general, and especially for the software you’re looking to run.
Then there’s the whole issue of emulating devices, like graphics and audio. The link says it supports SVGA at 640x480 pixels at 256 colors, along with Soundblaster 2.0 support.
Good luck!!
Run DOS on the Raspberry Pi – Use rpix86 to turn your Pi into a 1980s super-computer.
https://devtidbits.com/2013/04/23/run-dos-on-the-raspberry-pi-use-rpix86-to-turn-your-pi-into-a-1980s-super-computer/
I run radios and other devices with Raspberries...works well...just learn Linux...
It’s often a good idea to specify where exactly you’re going. Mainstream applications for special purpose raspberry’s tend towards control of home entertainment systems, handling the enormous data throughput in real time, and presenting an interface to control it all. Something suited to a full blown microprocessor + OS, but sometimes less is more, which is why Arduino, mentioned upthread, a simple lightweight programmable microcontroller with an open source architecture is so popular. It’s ideal for experimentalists.
You can pick up a cigar box at Total Wine or a local cigar shop which makes a great case.
Microsoft has said they're thinking of compiling Windows to run on ARM but it ain't real yet, and in any case the chances of it supporting an x86-compiled game from decades ago are slim.
Think about grabbing yourself a cheap used PC.
RaspberryPi is a great little machine, I've got two... but it's not a direct MSDOS/WinXP platform.
Get the Cherry PI upgrade....
I use these for my music players.