Looks like understanding the art of computer fonts can be a life-time
activity. Although the spec. below pertains to CSS3 @font-face, I
guess its concepts can be of universal value.
http://www.w3.org/TR/css3-webfonts/
I wonder any one around have devoted there time to the art of
web-fonts, or fonts in general. If so, please let us know your
presence.
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Pratap.