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SlideShare is a popular online platform that allows users to upload, share, and discover presentations and other professional content such as infographics, documents, and videos. Launched in 2006, SlideShare became widely recognized as a valuable resource for professionals, educators, and students looking to access a broad range of content submitted by users worldwide. The platform supports various file formats, including PowerPoint presentations, PDFs, and OpenDocument presentations, making it versatile and accessible for different types of users.

In 2012, LinkedIn acquired SlideShare, integrating it more closely into the professional networking ecosystem and enhancing its reach and functionality. Under LinkedIn's ownership, SlideShare continued to grow its user base and expanded its content library, which now contains millions of presentations across diverse topics such as business, technology, education, and design. This made SlideShare an invaluable tool for knowledge sharing and professional learning, as users can easily search and find content relevant to their interests or fields of expertise.

Users on SlideShare can engage with content by viewing, commenting, liking, and sharing presentations with others, thus fostering a collaborative environment. The platform also provides options for embedding presentations on other websites and social media channels, further extending the reach and visibility of the shared content. Despite changes in its management, with Scribd acquiring SlideShare in 2020, the platform remains a significant repository of user-generated, quality content useful for personal learning and professional development.