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About fonts: Overview

 

What is TrueType?
A great place to begin if you're new to TrueType, this article starts with the basics and provides links to more detailed information about the various aspects of TrueType.

A brief history of TrueType
Explaining the relationship between TrueType, TrueType Open, and TrueType GX, as well as the reasons TrueType exists at all.

Frequently asked questions
TrueType, OpenType, all things type. If you've got questions, check out our answers.

Embedding TrueType
TrueType font embedding is a powerful feature of various applications. This article explains how you can take advantage of this technology to make your documents truly portable.

Smooth fonts in Microsoft Windows
This page explains how font smoothing works and why it helps.

ClearType
ClearType is an unprecedented innovation in font display technology. ClearType dramatically improves font display resolution and marks a genuine breakthrough in screen readability. Read more about this exciting technology that has revolutionized the way type is rendered on color LCD displays.

Fonts and products
Ever wondered what fonts are installed by default when you set up a Web browser or operating system? Some of this info has been posted to our new Fonts and products section. Details of fonts installed by other product will be added soon.

TrueType hinting
TrueType hinting maximizes the legibility of text displayed on screen at small sizes, and offers the possibility of higher quality than any other font format.

A disagreeably facetious type glossary
For the amusement & edification of people beginning a love affair with fonts.

Installing TrueType fonts
An illustrated guide to adding fonts to your operating system.

Last updated 15 May 2008.