I would like to talk about such a wonderful technology as Skype. It opens up great opportunities for those who are forced to communicate at a distance. But not everyone knows how to correctly install Skype on a computer and its subsequent configuration.
The history of Skype technology is rooted in 2003. The main developer of Skype is the Swede Nicholas Zennström. In addition, Estonian programmers participated in the development. Skype was originally positioned as a program for voice communication, it had a simple, intuitive interface. With subsequent new versions, this program "acquired" various functions that significantly expanded its capabilities.
Skype is a free program that any user can download. It is delivered on various operating systems, including mobile. Using Skype, you can make video calls, but this option is available only to those users who own a webcam. In addition to traditional use, you can also transfer files and text messages.
Installing Skype is practically no different from the usual installation of applications. To download the program, go to the manufacturer’s website, go through the simple registration that you will need in the future, select the operating system and download the installer. Next, run the installation file, after which the free installation of Skype will begin. The program itself will determine the language of the operating system and will prompt you to install the corresponding version by default. In the installer’s menu it is necessary to mark the necessary installation points and click on the button “I agree - Install”. You can observe the installation process in a convenient graphical form; it takes no more than a few minutes in time.
After the installation of Skype is completed, the program itself will start. Remember, you registered on the manufacturer’s website? You will need to remember your username and password that you set. These data should be entered in the Skype window, after which you can log into your account, which contains contacts and chat history.
The preliminary settings window will contain prompts about the correct configuration of the program, following them, you will adjust the program in the optimal way.
A few words about the advantages that this technology provides.
First of all, Skype is a free development. This means that you just need to download the distribution package of the program, install it and start using almost all the features.
Secondly, the presence of the video call function brings it as close as possible to the interlocutor.
Among other things, Skype has the ability to create group calls.
You can use your contact list from Skype, being anywhere in the world, simply by entering the password and login in the program on another computer.
With Skype, you can make calls to mobile phones around the world, but this is a paid feature. However, the price of calls to other countries is much lower than that offered by mobile operators.
If you need to install Skype on a computer for free, the above article almost completely revealed this topic.