Chapter 13

Powering Up the PowerPoint Web App

In This Chapter

Understanding how PowerPoint has leveled the playing field for all

Comparing the web app with its desktop cousin

Applying basic PowerPoint Web App functions

“I don’t believe in death by PowerPoint. PowerPoint is a powerful tool to support your story. I do believe in death by people who create PowerPoint. The software is not the problem. It’s the person behind the keyboard. Think like an artist and your PowerPoint presentations will truly look like works of art.”

— Carmine Gallo, Communications Coach

Whether you like or loathe PowerPoint, there is no denying that it is here to stay. It has leveled the playing field for anyone who understands his audience — including students, small-business professionals, and big-business executives. The new version of the software comes loaded with advanced features for animating text and graphics, video editing, and even broadcasting slide shows!