Sams Teach Yourself Microsoft Powerpoint 2000 in 24 Hours

Sams Teach Yourself Microsoft PowerPoint 2000 in 24 Hours delivers on the premise that you can become fully versed in the application in 24 easy, one-hour lessons. In addition to explaining skills and concepts in the context of real work situations, the book also shows how to apply them in presentations. Additionally, the book highlights the little details that frustrate users at all levels as they try to be productive, and workarounds for new and current features that might work better on paper than in real life.

Alexandria Haddad (alex@cobia.net) has been using computer software applications to improve business communications and operations for almost 15 years. She currently co-manages Cobia Communications, a full-service computer consulting firm that operates in a virtual office environment. Her role also includes creating Web sites and writing technical books and manuals for various software products. In addition. Alexandria is a part-time instructor at local colleges. Her specialties include presentation software, desktop publishing, word processing, and spreadsheet design.