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Microsoft's Skype integration continues with the latest addition of Skype to the company's Outlook.com email service. This new Skype integration is just a preview for now, and will only be available in the UK at this time. In the next few weeks, users in the US and Germany will be able to enjoy the preview as well, with the rest of the world joining them "in the coming months".
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It's 2013 - stop paying for a land line. If you've got broadband Internet you can set up Skype, pay for a subscription and and keep your total home phone bill under $5 a month – long distance to phones throughout North America included (rates vary for other countries). Kannon showed you how to save hundreds on your mobile phone bill in three easy steps, and Skype can save the day with its cheap long-distance plans.
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It’s so embarrassing. Here I am, a contributor at MakeUseOf with a background in data security, and I’m about to tell you how my Skype account got hacked. Not years ago before I became aware of the various threats and the signs that an intrusion had occurred, but recently. Just last Christmas. The worst thing about this is that I’d noticed that there was something not quite right about the way the account was behaving.
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If you've been a dedicated user of Windows Live Messenger, it's time to start considering your options for future messaging. Today we'll talk about how you can migrate to Skype, what alternative chat options are out there and how you can make the whole transition easier for yourself.
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Back in January, Microsoft announced that it would be retiring its long-time Messenger service and replacing it with recently-acquired Skype on March 15th. However, users can now expect that the big change won't even get started until April 8th.
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There are already a few articles on MakeUseOf about the features available for Mac's Skype such as its group video client, experience-enhancing tips, and even some shortcuts that you may not know about. However, we've never really talked about the app itself. Overall, Skype for Mac is an app that performs in a solid manner, and I have a feeling that I will end up using it time and time again.
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Starting March 15, Windows Live Messenger will be no more. Instead, you’ll find all your Messenger contacts waiting for you on Skype, whether you’re already using it or not. This will take effect everywhere in the world except mainland China, where Messenger will continue to be available. In order to migrate your account to Skype, all you have to do is download the latest version and sign in using your Microsoft account.
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On the surface, Skype looks like an application for text, audio, and video chats, a great way to stay in touch with a friends. Only that it's more than that. Skype is a Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) messaging service that offers a range of advanced features.
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The world’s favourite voice over IP, text, voice and video chat system, Skype is one of those rare things, an app that has found a place in the hearts and minds of computer and smartphone users regardless of what operating system and manufacturer they have allegiance to. Of course, as any scam-aware users (and indeed, scammers) know, where there is widespread use of a piece of software, there is an opportunity to rip someone off, usually with malware.
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Skype for Android has received a major update, and is now finally fully compatible with Android tablets. Skype 3.0 for Android is optimized to work with tablets of every size, but also works with regular Android phones, big or small. In addition to tablet optimization, you can now sign in and merge your Skype account with your Microsoft account – another step that follows Microsoft’s acquisition of the famous VoIP app.
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Microsoft has just revealed the new Skype for Windows 8. It's a major change in design for Skype, and it looks beautiful. For all the Windows 8 naysayers, the new version of Skype might get them to change their tune a bit. Skype describes the new version as "simple, fast and beautiful," and based on what they've shown, that seems to be an apt description for the new version.
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A malicious worm has been spreading quickly among Skype users which may take over your computer and ask for ransom in order to release its content. The worm is spread through a Skype instant message which reads: "lol is this your new profile pic?" followed by a link to the supposed profile pic. When a user click the link, it will download a ZIP file which opens a back door, allowing remote control of the affected PC. Not only does this worm take over your PC, it also sends the link to your contact list, so the message can come from people you know and trust.
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With Microsoft’s acquisition of Skype, it comes as no surprise that the new Skype version would be made to work better with Microsoft accounts. The newly released beta version of Skype 5.11 for Windows gives us an early window into the developments. In a new approach to setting up your Skype account, you can sign up with either your Microsoft or Facebook account without needing to create a new Skype user ID.
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Five years ago, if you would’ve asked me for recommendations on a VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) program, there was only one program available: Skype. If for whatever reason you no longer want to use Skype, then rest assured in knowing that there are plenty of alternative programs out there. They may not be as polished or prevalent as Skype, but they certainly get the job done. And best of all, every program on this list is absolutely free!
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A new version of Skype for iOS has just been released, bringing new features to the popular app, along with performance enhancements and battery improvements. The most prominent feature you’ll now find on Skype 4.1 for iPhone and iPad is the ability to share photos through instant messaging.
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