Embedding audio narration in PowerPoint presentations
By far the easiest and most elegant way to share PowerPoint presentations online is to create a presentation with embedded narration in PowerPoint, and upload it to authorSTREAM.com. Here's how.
Thomson pumps up volume with tools for MP3HD lossless codec
Thomson has released software for the creation and playback of a new type of lossless audio files, MP3HD, that it says are compatible with existing MP3 players.
Better music, from your PC, for free
High-quality PC audio is important to me, as I spend a lot of time listening to music on my desktop. In previous columns I've discussed the aural advantages of lossless audio codecs (like FLAC), discrete sound cards, and specialty music player software. Alas, even with all of those tools installed and properly configured, it is possible to suffer less-than-optimal sound on a Windows XP-based PC, as the operating system has a tendency to muck with music without your consent.
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Better music, from your PC, for free
Thomson pumps up volume with tools for MP3HD lossless codec
Embedding audio narration in PowerPoint presentations
Outside noise impacts sound at home theater system