The short version
Classic bitmap font still beloved for terminals and IDEs.
From the HackerLinks archive
Topaz
Classic bitmap font still beloved for terminals and IDEs.
At a glance:
First seen:2026-05-26
Last seen:2026-05-26
Times seen:1
Website:typography.com
Why it caught our attention
Commenters still use it and explicitly called it a favorite.
Where it surfaced on Hacker News
2026-05-26
Editorial paraphrase
One commenter said they wanted a better Topaz and called it their favorite font.
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