FreeBASIC is a multiplatform, free/open source (GPL) BASIC compiler for Microsoft Windows, protected-mode MS-DOS (DOS extender), Linux, FreeBSD and Xbox.
License: Open Source
Perl is a versatile and powerful scripting language primarily used for text processing and system administration, while FreeBASIC is a lightweight, compiled language that offers an easy-to-learn syntax suitable for console applications and simple graphics. The choice between them depends on the specific needs of the project, whether it requires robust text processing or efficient compilation.