Technotes and Tech Q&A: LaserWriters and fonts; USB error -6911

For those with a more than casual interest in these subjects:

How the LaserWriter driver handles fonts Many developers and prepress houses have contacted Apple for detailed information on how LaserWriter 8 works with fonts. In response, Apple has posted a Technote (#1146) on LaserWriter 8.6 and Fonts.

Understanding USB Error -6911 If you get this error, it basically means the USB device has hung. A new Technical Q&A explains how a programmer can write software that will allow it to recover from this problem.