Instructions are long and tedious documents that no one usually reads. The purpose of this review is to write a simple step-by-step instruction on how to connect Skype. It will be interesting for users far from computer shores.
Our favorite national sport is rake running, which can be seen by reading questions from novice users on computer forums. Usually we buy electronics or household appliances, bring them home, turn them on and start pressing all the buttons. When the “scientific poke” method does not give the desired result, we start bombarding the forums or “knowledgeable comrades” with questions. Some buyers pay money for connecting and configuring the equipment to self-taught specialists who are willing to take money for “just plug it in.”
All you need to do is read the instructions, then read again, and only after that start turning on, turning, pressing and adjusting. Despite the apparent complexity and “protractedness” of such a process, this path is the shortest and most correct: instructions are written in order to avoid mistakes or, even worse, equipment breakdowns complete with psychological injuries of the owners.
However, enough preludes. Let's move on to the essence of the question: "how to connect Skype." First you need to make sure that you have Internet access and the necessary equipment on the computer itself. For comfortable operation of the program, an Internet connection is desirable at a speed of 512 Kbps to 1 Mbps, and the higher the speed, the more stable and stable the program will work. For group video communications - from 2 to 8 Mbps.
For those who like to use mobile Internet: the speed and stability of the program depends on the speed of the Internet. Actual speeds may differ from the numbers your provider claims. Consider this when organizing all kinds of group video conferences or training events.
Now for the equipment. Now most laptops come with a microphone and webcam. If you are not very demanding on image and sound quality, standard equipment will be enough for normal communication with friends and relatives. For more serious tasks, it is recommended to purchase a separate headset and webcam.
Before connecting Skype, you must first install it. To do this, you need:
- go to the official website;
- select the “Download Skype” tab;
- select the version for Windows;
- Find the “Download” button;
- then you need to save the file;
- after starting the program, you need to select the language and agree to the terms of use of the program;
- Further, the program will be installed on your computer in automatic mode.
If you have not used Skype before, you need to register. To do this, there is the item "Registration of new users." The program redirects you to your website, where, using the prompts, you need to enter data for registration.
Pressing the “I agree” button will complete the registration of a new user. The next step is to deposit money (which is not necessary at all). The final chord of registration is “Continue”. In the familiar window, you need to enter the Skype name and password that you specified during registration. If you suddenly forgot your username and password - look in your inbox, which was specified during registration. There will certainly be a letter with your registration information. Important! When entering your login and password, be case-sensitive - “size matters”!
After entering the login and password, the program will offer to test the connected devices - a microphone and a webcam. Feel free to check. This will make sure that the equipment is working. Verification can be done later, when making a test call.
Regarding the question "how to connect Skype to a laptop." This manual is suitable for a regular desktop PC, as well as for a laptop or netbook. Now you know how to connect Skype. A laptop with Skype will expand the horizons of communication and make the world as accessible as possible.
That, in fact, is all wisdom. I hope that the instructions on how to connect Skype turned out to be not very long and not very boring. Use and have fun.