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PirateBox vs PlayBasic

A side-by-side look at PirateBox and PlayBasic. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

PirateBox

PirateBox

File Sharing

PirateBox is an anonymous offline file sharing and communications system built using free software and inexpensive off-the-shelf hardware. It allows people to exchange files and chat with others anonymously within wireless range without requiring Internet access.

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PlayBasic

PlayBasic

Games

PlayBasic is a proprietary programming language and IDE for learning and developing 2D video games. It uses a BASIC-style syntax which is easy to learn and allows for rapid game prototyping. Some key features include sprites, sounds, tiles, scrolling backgrounds and more.

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