Can I replace an image with a custom font?

Question

On my website I'm currently using image files to represent custom fonts. I'm wondering if I can replace this with actual text but with a font that may not be installed on the viewer's system. How can I achieve this? Thanks

Answer 1

This is possible (with certain restrictions) using @font-face. For a great introduction, read this.

Answer 2

This seems to be a very good choice if you don't mind that the user cannot select and copy your text.

http://cufon.shoqolate.com/generate/