Guide to CSS Font Stacks: Techniques and Resources
http://www.smashingmagazine.com/2009/09/22/complete-guide-to-css-font-stacks/

Chapman, Cameron
Smashing
2009

Abstract:

CSS Font stacks are one of those things that elude a lot of designers. Many stick to the basic stacks Dreamweaver auto-recommends or go even more basic by just specifying a single web-safe font. But doing either of those things means you’re missing out on some great typography options. Font stacks can make it possible to show at least some of your visitors your site’s typography exactly the way you intend without showing everyone else a default font. Read on for more information on using and creating effective font stacks with CSS.