Powerpoint 2010 in Easy Steps [Paperback]

PowerPoint 2010 is the latest version of the popular presentation tool in the Office suite of programs from Microsoft. PowerPoint 2010 is the tool that allows users to quickly and easily create slick, professional looking presentations for any occasion.

This version adds many new and improved features including the new Backstage view, advanced slide layouts, video capabilities and broadcasting your slides over the Internet, SmartArt Graphics capabilities, advanced slide layouts, style galleries and slide libraries, amongst others. There is now also the ability to save presentations to either PDF or the new XML Paper Specification (XPS) format and even as a video. This book will cover all of these new features, and much more. It will educate the reader in how to use and get the most out of PowerPoint 2010.

Whether you want to get to grips with Windows, Photoshop or even the Internet, these easy-to-follow guides are the perfect companion for fast and productive learning.

This successful series is designed to save you time and guaranteed to give you value for money. Written in a jargon-free, easy-to-follow style with helpful graphics, the In Easy Steps books explain everything you need to know to get working on your computer - and more!

Each chapter takes you step-by-step through the functions and uses of a program. Every page is packed with visual guides so that what you see on your screen is exactly the same in the book - you simply can't go wrong!
You'll be amazed at what is actually achievable with each program. The series covers not just the basics to get you going, but it shows you the full potential of your software - things you never knew existed!

Whether you're a busy manager, a novice, a trainer or even a student, these books will improve your computing essentials quickly and easily!

Andrew Edney has been an IT professional for over 10 years and over the course of his career has worked for a range of high-tech companies, such as Microsoft, Hewlett Packard and Fujitsu Services. He has a wide range of experience in virtually all aspects of Microsoft's computing solutions, having designed and architected large enterprise solutions for government and private sector customers. Over the years, Andrew had made a number of guest appearances at major industry events, presenting on a wide range of Information Systems subjects, such as an appearance at the annual Microsoft Exchange Conference in Nice where he addressed the Microsoft technical community on Mobility Computing. Andrew is currently involved in numerous Microsoft Beta programs, including next generation Windows operating systems, next generation Microsoft Office products and actively participates in all Windows Media Center beta programmes.