However, you can also run a PowerPoint presentation on any computer working on a Windows operating system by creating a video from the presentation.

Turning your PowerPoint into a video will allow it to play automatically without having to click through each slide. Visit Business Insider's Tech Reference library for more stories.

Learn how to make better presentations with PowerPoint, and get tips on how to get started with Microsoft Publisher.

Don't make it too animated PowerPoint offers tremendous multimedia capabilities, but don't get carried away with flashy videos, music clips or graphics.