What is the "Publish to web" feature in Power BI used for?

The "Publish to web" feature in Power BI is designed for sharing reports publicly without requiring user authentication. When you use this feature, you create a URL that can be shared openly, allowing anyone who has access to that link to view the report. This is particularly useful for organizations or individuals who want to disseminate information to a wider audience without the need for login credentials, making information easily accessible.

The other options do not align with the primary function of this feature. For instance, sharing reports privately with specific users requires a different sharing methodology, such as Power BI service sharing capabilities that involve user credentials. Exporting reports to Excel pertains to a different functionality entirely, focusing on data retrieval rather than publishing. Lastly, the editing of reports in real-time generally happens in the Power BI editing environment or through collaborative tools rather than through the "Publish to web" feature, which is intended solely for viewing purposes.