Skype allows users to call other PCs, landlines or cellphones around the world.

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Skype is an excellent piece of software that allows users to call any other PC for free, or any phone number for a small fee.

Upon installation, the user can add contacts to the contact list and start calling them seamlessly. The call quality is good even on slow Internet connections. Skype boasts a top-of-the-line end-to-end encryption for your calls, which makes it a secure VoIP client. This must-have application supports instant messaging, multi-way conference, video calling and file transfers. Its messenger incorporates a simple but powerful GUI (Graphical User Interface) that makes expressing yourself a piece of cake. The conference function of Skype is what really makes this program a must-have. Users can talk to each other simultaneously in real-time seamlessly for the first time in Internet history. Either for fun or work, up to 6 people can join any given conference. While in a conference, users can exchange files and documents. And last but not least, now you can see who are you talking with thanks to the Video calling feature. Skype is readily available for many platforms, including Microsoft Windows, Mac OSX, Linux, Palm OS, Windows Mobile, and so on. Many current mods have allowed devices like a Playstation 3, PSP, or even an Apple TV to use Skype. The possibilities are infinite. Skype is absolutely free for PC-to-PC calls and is ideal for international calling, since its fees are really low.
Skype 3.2 adds a considerable number of new features. Among the most noteworthy are PayPal integration, an easier account access, and the ability to take snapshots using your webcam. Now users can avoid the trouble of going to the PayPal website to send money, since they can do it directly from Skype. Users who use Skype paid services, such as voice mail, Skype In, etc, will find it easier to check their previous transactions with the View Account feature. And lastly, if you have a webcam and want to take a couple of snapshots, Skype now lets you do just that. Simple and fast.

Pros

  • Free calling to any PC in the world
  • Very low fees for calling landlines or cellphones
  • Works in many platforms
  • Great call and video quality
  • Conference calling
  • File transfer incorporated
  • SMS sending
  • Public chats
  • The list of features keeps growing steadily

Cons

  • Sometimes calls get a little lag but the overall quality is remarkable
This program received 16 awards
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Specifications
Developer:
Microsoft
License type:
Freeware
Comments
Saba Last year

Please Skype tm win

Saba Last year

First Skype tm good

Muddasir Last year

Please don Skype tm today don't

Zidane Last year

New Skype 8.83 crashes and opens multiple black patches.

Dybala Paulo 2 years ago

Great messenger, comfortable for communication with colleagues.

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