Dr. Hobbier: Skype 6.13.0.104 Free Download for Windows

Skype is the most popular free voice-over IP and instant messaging

service globally. It allows users to text, video and voice call over the

internet. Users can also call landlines and mobiles at competitive

rates using Skype credit, premium accounts and subscriptions.

Skype was publically released in 2003 and now accounts for roughly

a third of all international calling minutes. Skype uses P2P technology

to connect users on a multitude of platforms including desktop, mobile

and tablet. The call quality (depending on your internet signal) and

additional features like conversation history, conference calling and

secure file transfer are excellent. There have been some criticisms

over the programs bandwidth usage and security vulnerabilities

Skype Calling

Once you’ve downloaded and installed Skype, you will need to create a user profile and unique Skype name. You can then search for other users in the Skype directory or call them directly using their Skype name. Voice chat comes with conference calling, secure file transfer and a highly secure end to end encryption. Video chat is available on higher bandwidth connections and makes keeping up with distant family/friends much more interactive. Video conferencing and the Screenshare features make Skype popular with the corporate market. Skype’s text chat client features group chat, chat history, message editing and emoticons. Skype also enables calls to landlines and mobiles using a premium paid service.