The Oasis BBS Website offers a window into a time when communication meant dialing into a local number and watching text scroll across a glowing screen. Back in the mid-to-late ’80s, Bulletin Board Systems were where early digital communities formed. There was no Internet, no social media—just curious minds and squealing modems connecting users to systems like The Oasis.

Once online, people could read messages, explore discussion boards, exchange files, or play simple—but addictive—text-based games. The Oasis BBS Website now stands as a tribute to those early digital days, capturing the magic of the era for newcomers and nostalgic veterans alike.

Where Online Culture Got Its Start

The charm of systems like The Oasis wasn’t their speed or style—both were modest, to say the least. But the community? That was something special. These bulletin boards became vibrant hubs where people exchanged ideas and made real friendships. Looking back, it’s clear that platforms like the Oasis BBS Website helped pave the way for everything we take for granted today—from chat rooms to cloud sharing.

That’s why preserving the legacy of these boards matters. The Oasis BBS Website doesn’t just recall the past—it invites you to explore the digital roots of our present.

Preserving a Digital Legacy

Thanks to the passion of a dedicated two, The Oasis lives on. This website isn’t just about old tech—it’s about honoring the spirit of discovery and connection that early BBS users embraced. Whether you’re reliving memories or discovering the era for the first time, there’s plenty to learn, appreciate, and enjoy.

So step in, look around, and take a moment to experience what made these systems special. The Oasis BBS Website is more than a trip down memory lane—it’s a living archive of digital history and the modern retro future!

Desert-Fox
IT/PC Guy, Idea man, Creator/Sysop of The Oasis BBS, Founder of BGB 'The Blue Gill Brewery' and Master Brewer of my Garage :), C64/Color64 Preservationist, Friend of Dogs, Fan of Music Trivia, Gamer (strategy and action), Fisherman, Backyard Astronomer and proud Veteran.
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Capt.Kirk

I ran a C= based BBS in the mid to late 80’s and miss all the fun we had. People then were a lot friendlier than most are now. Yeah, the 80’s were a lot better time to be in. Have fun…

Kirk Out…

][avok

It’s so much different now. There was a much bigger sense of community back then. Maybe it was because we were all in tight little groups based on our regions back then.