09/22, 6:00pm
Faster sync, real-time reports, more
Insider Software has released version 5.0 of FontAgent Pro TeamServer, its turnkey font server solution for Mac that allows small groups of users on local networks the ability to search, preview and activate fonts from a centralized library at low costs. Version 5 moves to an all-new high-performance Java-based architecture, allowing a one-click installer for both the TeamServer and the J2EE environment, and manages fonts automatically with administration from any Mac or Windows client.
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06/07, 8:15pm
Aids in font license policing, management, more
As noted last month, Extensis has now officially upgraded its Universal Type Server font server software to v3, which enables companies to control font usage and enforce font licensing, adds support for Adobe InCopy, introduces "failover" support in case access to the primary Universal Type Server is lost, bolsters auto-activation within Adobe CS products and even helps uses find new fonts or other fonts similar to the ones they are using, among other features.
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10/24, 12:30am
FontDoctor 7.6 unveiled
Morrison SoftDesign on Thursday unveiled FontDoctor 7.6 for Mac, offering users a number of application-specific fixes, user interface updates, and other issues.
The update includes improved support for Quark, Microsoft, and Adobe font caches, and older font suitcases. Support for PostScript file name repair has been enhanced, as well as diagnosing Mac OS X font compatibility issues. FontDoctor 7.6 is available for $70 from Morrison SoftDesign's website.
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