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Computer-based training (CBT) refers to self-paced educational programs delivered through software on a computer, without requiring an internet connection or live instructor. CBT packages typically include multimedia content, simulations, and assessments. This format was widely adopted in the 1990s and 2000s as an alternative to classroom training, offering consistency and repeatability. Today, CBT is largely succeeded by web-based training (WBT), though it remains in use where internet access is limited or security is a concern.
SlideLizard CREATOR manages your CBT slide content centrally — so training materials are always up to date, brand-consistent, and accessible to every team member directly inside PowerPoint.
Learn more →A living presentation is a slide deck that continuously updates to reflect the latest data, content, and context — rather than being a static snapshot. Like a living document, it is connected to data sources that feed new information into the slides automatically. Living presentations are a practical implementation of the Agentic Slides concept and are the natural output of data-driven presentation workflows. They are particularly valuable for recurring formats such as management reports and investor updates.
Learn moreGlossophobia is the fear of public speaking. It is one of the most commonly reported phobias, affecting an estimated 75% of people to some degree. Symptoms range from mild anxiety and nervousness to severe physical reactions such as sweating, shaking, and a racing heart. Glossophobia can significantly limit a person's professional and social opportunities. It is generally treatable through practice, exposure therapy, coaching, and structured presentation skills training.
Learn moreA .pps file is a legacy PowerPoint slideshow format that opens directly in presentation mode rather than the editing view. Double-clicking a .pps file launches the slideshow immediately, which made it popular for distributing finished presentations to audiences. The .pps format was later replaced by .ppsx as part of Office 2007's shift to an open XML-based file structure.
Learn moreA multimedia presentation combines multiple types of content — such as text, images, audio, video, animations, and interactive elements — into a single cohesive slide deck or digital experience. By engaging more senses, multimedia presentations improve audience attention and retention compared to text-heavy slides. They are used in marketing, training, education, and corporate communications. Modern presentation tools make it straightforward to integrate diverse media types, though content balance and loading performance remain important considerations.
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