The year 1949
In 1949, the Photon Corporation developed the first phototypesetting machine, which allowed text to be typeset without the need for metal type.
The most popular font released in 1949 was Fairfield, designed by Rudolph Ruzicka.
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In 1949, the Photon Corporation developed the first phototypesetting machine, which allowed text to be typeset without the need for metal type.
The most popular font released in 1949 was Fairfield, designed by Rudolph Ruzicka.
