The _src zipped archive would be the source files, or raw code files that would need to be compiled to run. If you just want to try console, don't use the source files. And would suggest the latest 2.0 release even if it says it is in beta. That is where all the development is happening.
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What is the difference between version 1.5 and _src1.5?
http://sourceforge.net/projects/console/files/console-releases/1.5/
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The _src zipped archive would be the source files, or raw code files that would need to be compiled to run. If you just want to try console, don't use the source files. And would suggest the latest 2.0 release even if it says it is in beta. That is where all the development is happening.