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What it is: Desktop software that makes it simple to create sophisticated-looking graphics that are a step above PowerPoint What's cool: This software is designed for people who aren't graphics specialists. It has templates and automated design help. It also offers an online encyclopedia of business graphics, with examples and notes about every type of graphic the company has seen. Drawbacks: It doesn't work on the Mac or machines running Linux. It is powerful but potentially expensive. Price: Individual licenses cost $297 each. Businesses may find it cheaper to take the Freedom License at $2,495 a year for unlimited access for up to 100 users. www.smartdraw.com	ADVERTISEMENT

What it is: Desktop software that makes it simple to create sophisticated-looking graphics that are a step above PowerPoint

What's cool: This software is designed for people who aren't graphics specialists. It has templates and automated design help. It also offers an online encyclopedia of business graphics, with examples and notes about every type of graphic the company has seen.

Drawbacks: It doesn't work on the Mac or machines running Linux. It is powerful but potentially expensive.

Price: Individual licenses cost $297 each. Businesses may find it cheaper to take the Freedom License at $2,495 a year for unlimited access for up to 100 users.