Prezi is a web cloud based presentation software.it uses a ZUI(zooming user interface) which differs the standard linear fis ormat seen in Microsoft PowerPoint and Google docs.ZUI is a graphic user interface which zooms into areas of interest and therefore zooming out of areas no longer of interest.Like every other piece of software Prezi has its own advantages and disadvantges.
Advantages
1.Prezi is a completely web based application.That means it is easy to share your presentation for anyone to watch and give feedback on.There are no worries about possible compatibility issues on different computers .It is also possible to collaborate live on a project with people in different locations.
2.When using Prezi the user starts off with a completely blank canvas.There are no restrictions like in PowerPoint where you are given templates and are forced to work in a box.You have complete create control over your presentation including where everything goes and is formatted.Presentations can become a lot more creative as a result.
3.The software is also free for us students.
4.Presentations can be saved for offline viewing.
Disadvantages
1.Being a web based application also comes with possible issues.An internet connection is required to create Prezi presentations.
2.Can cause some viewers to feel sick and nauseous from zooming and spinning functions.It can cause some people to feel dizzy to such an extent that they cant view the presentation,even if the content is excellent.
3.Audio cannot be added to Prezi presentations.
4.The presentations are not printer friendly.Handing out copies of the slides can be very difficult.
Ethan MacNamara 