GentleOS – A pair of hobby OSes for vintage 32-bit and 16-bit PCs

GentleOS is an open-source hobby operating system project that provides two separate versions—one for vintage 16-bit PCs and another for 32-bit machines—allowing enthusiasts to tinker with and run bare-metal applications on classic hardware. It is designed for developers and retro-computing hobbyists who want a simple, hands-on OS for learning and experimentation without the complexity of modern systems. The project is interesting because it bridges two distinct eras of PC architecture, offering a tailored, lightweight environment for each.