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Chomsky
font-chomsky · v2.3
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6.0
brew install --cask font-chomsky 1
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Trust Score 3/10
✗ Open source (OFL-1.1) +0
✗ Active development +0
✓ Licensed +1
✗ No auto-updates +0
✓ Not deprecated +1
✓ Established (>1yr) +1
✗ Low installs +0
Review
Mar 11, 2026Chomsky is a macOS font inspired by the New York Times masthead style. It offers a unique typography tool for designers and enthusiasts, with a focus on open-source customization.
Chomsky provides a custom font designed in the style of the New York Times masthead.
Maturity: The project shows signs of maturity with a stable version, but it hasn't been updated in over four years, raising concerns about maintenance.
Community: No direct community discussion about the app itself; mentions on Hacker News and Reddit relate to Noam Chomsky, not the font.
Pros
- + Unique typography style inspired by the New York Times masthead.
- + Open-source, allowing for customization and transparency.
- + Available through Homebrew for easy installation.
Cons
- - No auto-updates, potentially leading to compatibility issues.
- - Limited recent community engagement and updates.
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