Flash

 
Recently aquired by Adobe, Flash 8 is the most advanced environment for creating interactive websites and digital projects. Flash can be used to incorporate graphics, video, animation, sound as well as programming databases to create unique presentations, websites, and digital experiences. Flash is most commonly used on the web through its SWF format, however it's Projector formats for both PC and Mac are useful for presentation/application material. To begin your research, start with the Getting Started page on this site.