Since we’re in the business of publishing conferences, lecture, etc., on line, it’s pretty obvious that we need to find a way to create downloadble files that include slides synchronized to audio. We’re pretty good with audio and video, but we don’t know much about the various formats and tools for producing these synchronized programs. Can you help us out?

Starting with an audio recording and a separate PowerPoint or Keynote file:

• What are the best release formats for a synchronized file? QuickTime? Shockwave?
• What are the best tools for creating a synchronized file?
• What are the easiest-to-use tools for novices?
• What are the cheapest tools?