ClearType


A Microsoft technology that is used to improve the appearance of text on your screen. It improves readability on color LCD displays with a digital interface, such as laptops and flat panel displays. Readability on CRT screens can also be somewhat improved. ClearType is included in Windows XP as well as in Microsoft handheld computers.

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