Fonts

Windows XP

ClearType Tuner PowerToy

Download, install and run the ClearType Tuner PowerToy

After installation, the Tuner can be run from the Windows Control Panel.

Consolas

Download and install the Consolas Font Pack for Microsoft Visual Studio 2005

Note:

  • You will want to install and run the ClearType Tuner PowerToy (see above).

  • Have a look at the command prompt notes on fonts, Command Prompt for details on how to change the font used by Windows Command Prompt

Vista

Vista includes the Consolas font by default and, I guess, the ClearType Tuner is not required.

Have a look at the command prompt notes on fonts, Command Prompt for details on how to change the font used by Windows Command Prompt