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Microsoft Corp.

http://www.microsoft.com/typography/
One Microsoft Way, Redmond, WA 98052-6399, USA
Tel: 425 882 8080
Email: ttwsite@microsoft.com

Microsoft's Typography group researches and develops fonts and font technologies, and supports the development of TrueType fonts by independent type vendors. We also manage the TrueType rasterizer built into Windows 95 and Windows NT. Our goal is to make text highly legible on any device.

Microsoft - Since its inception in 1975, Microsoft’s mission has been to create software for the personal computer that empowers and enriches people in the workplace, at school and at home. Microsoft’s early vision of a computer on every desk and in every home is coupled today with a strong commitment to Internet- related technologies that expand the power and reach of the PC and its users. As the world’s leading software provider, Microsoft strives to produce innovative products that meet customers’ evolving needs.

Microsoft® products include operating systems for personal computers, server applications for client/server environments, business and consumer productivity applications, and interactive media programs, and Internet platform and development tools. Microsoft also offers online services, sells personal computer books and input devices, and researches and develops advanced technology software products. Microsoft products, available in more than 30 languages and sold in more than 50 countries, are available for most PCs, including Intel microprocessor-based computers and Apple computers.


About the vendor

Font formats and platforms supported   Distribution methods
Windows TrueType fonts Direct sales and licensing  
Macintosh TrueType fonts Online sales and licensing  
Windows Type 1 fonts   Shareware  
Macintosh Type 1 fonts   Freeware  
OpenType Free samples
Other formats / platforms   Specialist areas
Multiple Master fonts   International fonts
Type related software produced Symbol and dingbat fonts
Windows tools or applications Machine readable fonts  
Macintosh tools or applications Custom type design  

This information was last updated 23 April 1998.


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