CNET Editors' review
Getting in touch with friends and family is easy with this Internet telephone software, but the functionality is conditional. Skype offers a graphically pleasing interface that's much like a chat program. To make calls, you'll need to create a contact list of friends and family or use the phone-like interface to dial people directly. You also can access a pull-down menu for painless conference calls of up to four people. To make free calls, both parties will need to have the Skype software installed. To call regular phones, you'll need to sign up for a plan with SkypeOut, the developer's paid service that offers cheap by-the-minute calling. We like the intuitive chat-like interface of Skype and we were surprised at the excellent sound quality, even with regular desktop speakers. Similar to a chat client, you can set your availability status, but we also would like to see a missed call indicator or, better yet, some form of voice mail. Overall, we think Skype is a strong contender in the Internet Telephony category, and anyone who's interested in talking for free should give it a try. For international callers who have computers, this program is a no-brainer solution for long-distance bills. Watch the CNET video review of Skype:
Publisher's Description
From Skype:
Skype is free and simple software that enables you to make free calls anywhere in the world in minutes. Created by the people who brought you KaZaA, Skype uses innovative P2P (peer-to-peer) technology to connect you with other users. It is quick and easy to install and, best of all, with Skype conference calling you can now talk with up to 5 friends at one time. Skype calls have better sound quality than your regular phone and are highly secure with end-to-end encryption. PDA version also available.
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3.9 starsout of 1,817 votes
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"Excellent for keeping in touch with family"
Version: Skype 5.9.0.115
Pros
Great for communication with family when away. Always updating to improve experience.
Cons
No real problems noted.
Summary
Before you download Skype make sure you get your free Pc backup at ****************.com just in case u get some viruses!! Better to be safe then sorry!!
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"Very easy to use."
Version: Skype 5.9.0.115
Pros
So good for video calls
Cons
I don't have any complain for this products.
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"Easy and high quality for me!"
Version: Skype 5.9.0.115
Pros
Great Video!
Cons
None I see as of yet!
Summary
Great n easy video chat software! Love it!
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"Excellent for keeping in touch with family & friends"
Version: Skype 5.9.0.115
Pros
With Skype number, able to call all over North America and other countries for small fee. Great for communication with family when away. Always updating to improve experience.
Cons
No real problems noted.
Summary
Would recommend to all great product.
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"Slicker UI, 0 change in call quality, less features"
Version: Skype 5.8
Pros
Interface looks slicker
Cons
No increase in call/video quality
Summary
Can no longer share screens without paying for pro version.
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"not able to sign on to skype page"
Version: Skype 5.8
Pros
most of my friends are on skype
Cons
im not able to sign in to skype because the sign in page is blank when it comes up. the calls drop.
Summary
i would like to have skype but cant get and keep it going when i do get signed on
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"Gets worse and more expensive!"
Version: Skype 5.8
Pros
Now that i tried other SW i see no pro'S
Cons
They have no real customer support, only forum. If problem related to money, you need to have lots of patience and hours of clicking to reach someone. If technical problem, you'Re on your own.
I have been customer for years and I got really tired...their prices just continue to go up and they dont care how long youVre been a loyal customer. Also, free numbers arent valid even if you bought a suscription...there are many tiny letters in their terms!Summary
These guys really lost their interest!
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"LOVE SKYPE VERY MUCH,,BEST COMMUNICATION"
Version: Skype 5.8
Pros
great and clear during conversation with others
Cons
VERY GOOD STUFF
Summary
OVERALL ITS AWESOME
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"the sky is the limit"
Version: Skype 5.8
Pros
it is cheaper and it saves time
Cons
it is difficult when trying to access the site sometimes
Summary
I LIKE SKYPE
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"is it safe ??? and secure?"
Version: Skype 5.8
Pros
good video quality
Cons
sometimes audio quality gets distorted
Summary
can any third party except the 2 persons having video call can see them..is it true that Skype is not safe and it can be hacked or videos can be recorded?.
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