Presentation software from Microsoft and Macintosh have been demonstrating strong competition against each other. There certainly are some differences between the two, which are beneficial for some and confusing to others.
For the advancing world, technological progress is important, but being understandable to others around you is also important. If you have paced too many extra steps then matching your moves with others will be difficult.
Here is a comprehensive study of the various criteria that differentiate the two presentation styles:
Features
Keynote
- Benefit of themes to select from
- No issues of color and fonts formatting, it is taken care of by the software
- 3Dimensional transitions effect along with superior quality animations, video options and sound effect.
PowerPoint
- The new version of the software, has more options of formatting, there are themes and even effects for images
- There is the facility of animations, transitions and also audio
- There are templates to select from, although they require to be formatted for little changes
Compatibility
Keynote
It is compatible with all Mac devices. Moreover it can be saved in the PDF, Quick Time, JPEG, TIFF and even exported to PowerPoint.
PowerPoint
It is companionable to all Microsoft Office related software and can be exported to Macintosh style too. Although in this case, some of its features might be compromised and it will not have the similar appeal.
Connectivity
Keynote
The Keynote Remote or for that matter even the Apple Remote is an innovative approach, which allows controlling of the presentation from any Apple device with the support of Bluetooth or Wi-Fi connectivity.
Furthermore, it has the dual monitor enhancement so that you can see the presentation on your screen too.
PowerPoint
Although PowerPoint is not very companionable towards software other than the Office Suite, yet it has many added benefits that make it an advisable choice. For instance, Windows is very common and by clients overseas it is more preferred.
The dual-monitor facility is available here too, all you need is a proper hardware installation.
Others
Keynote
Is easier to understand and adapt. It functionality rather ensures proper and beautified progress of your presentation.
PowerPoint
Creating a presentation in PowerPoint is no tough job. The only glitch is in the formatting styles.
Both these have their advantages and suitability which the individual decides at their convenience. The only and most important criteria to determine is the comfort of the audience it will be presented to and the understanding of the presenter of the software.
