PowerPoint Alternative Software
Microsoft PowerPoint has been the standard presentation software in the corporate world, but there are many comparable alternatives, some of which are free, that have more than adequate capability to allow the user to produce solid corporate presentations.
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Open Office 3.1 Impress
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Open Office is a combination of programs that includes Impress, a presentation software program that allows users to create presentations using 3-D effects, animation and several drawing tools.
Slide Rocket
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Slide Rocket is a web-based application that allows users to create, manage and share professional presentations, which can be delivered in person or over the Internet. There is a free 30-day trial period, after which, if they want to continue using the product, users must choose a monthly subscription level, and pay for the program.
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Google Docs Presentation
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This easy to use web-based program is designed for presentations that will be shared online. It has a limited number of advanced features--you can't draw shapes, create transitions or design custom templates--but it does include 15 pre-made themes.
Apple iWork '08 Keynote
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For Mac enthusiasts, Keynote is the presentation tool that is available only as part of the iWork office suite. It includes a complete set of presentation tools such as charts, design templates, and tables. With Keynote, users can also import and convert PowerPoint slides.
ThinkFree Show
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This presentation software is available either online (for free) or as installed software that you purchase. Once you go online and sign up for the free version, you can create slideshows, but you'll get a column of Google ads along the right side of the screen. ThinkFree Show gives you access to 1GB of online storage, however, so you can share your presentation over the web easily.
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