What is the difference between a Linotype machine and a typesetting machine?
Frequently Asked Question about the extinct profession: Linotype Operator
A Linotype machine is a specific type of typesetting machine that casts entire lines of type in metal, allowing for faster typesetting. In contrast, typesetting machines can refer to various devices that arrange type, including those that set individual characters. Linotype revolutionized printing by automating the process, while typesetting encompasses a broader range of technologies.