Tagged Image File Format, also known as "TIFF", ".tiff" and ".tif", files contain bit-mapped data.  In addition to being a widely supported format, TIFF is able to handle the color palette needed for professional-quality images and graphics.

NOTE:  TIFF files are so large that they are practically unusable on the internet because of the required load time.  We recommend TIFF for photo printing. 

The JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group) compression standard is capable of producing high compression ration while maintaining image quality.  JPEG is a widely supported image file format.  JPEG is a "lossy" format; therefore, some quality is loss when an image is compressed.  JPEGs like, GIFs, are cross-platform; therefore, can be viewed on both Mac & IBM compatible systems. 

NOTE:   JPEG is excellent for the internet because the picture, typically, can be reduced to as little as 1/10th the size of an uncompressed picture; however, print quality is sacrificed and the process, to the best of our knowledge, is irreversible. 

A slideshow is the arrangement of pictures, one behind the other.  The pictures can placed into chapters (groups) so that they carry the same theme (i.e. are in the same time frame, part of the same function or event, etc.).  Once grouped the chapters can be timed for viewing, have music and/or transitions added.  The presentation can be burned onto a DVD or even VHS tape for easy viewing. 

Transitions are special effects which are placed between pictures.  The effects range from a simple fade-in / fade-out to hearts, stars, swirls, spins, burns and so on.  

Transitions add greatly to slideshows; however, we recommend that you stick with the norm, such as, fade-in / fade-out because you want every one to enjoy viewing your slides.