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Skype is a highly engaging and convenient online video chat application. The following guide will walk you through the steps to download this software to your computer.
Steps
Windows Operating System
Download the installation software. Use the links provided below to download the Skype installation software for Windows.
Select "Get Skype for Windows desktop" to download Skype for the Windows operating system.
Click "Save" to store the Skype Installation Application.
Once the download is complete, double-click on the Skype Installation software.
Follow the straightforward steps in the Setup Wizard to complete the installation process.
Launch Skype and then register your Skype Account Name and Password.
Macintosh Operating System
Download the installation software. Use the provided links for Skype to download the Skype installation software for Mac OS X.
- Select "Get Skype for Mac OS X" to download Skype for the Mac OS X operating system.
- Skype will automatically download to your computer. If it doesn’t start automatically, click the highlighted link as shown in the image:
In the Downloads folder, open the .dmg file:
- A window containing the Skype application and a folder resembling your Applications folder will open.
- Drag the Skype application into the Applications folder, and Skype will be installed.
Open the Applications folder, locate Skype, and launch the application. You will be prompted to enter your username and password. Input your credentials and start using Skype.
Other Operating Systems
Download the compatible installation software. Use the link below to access Skype's official homepage.
Click on the "Get Skype" option located on the Skype toolbar.
- Find the file most compatible with your operating system.
Download and install. Follow the prompts and start using Skype.
Skype Download Links
- Skype Homepage: http://www.skype.com/intl/en-us/get-skype/
- Skype for Windows: http://www.skype.com/intl/en-us/get-skype/on-your-computer/windows/
- Skype for Mac: http://www.skype.com/intl/en-us/get-skype/on-your-computer/macosx/
- Skype for Linux: http://www.skype.com/intl/en-us/get-skype/on-your-computer/linux/
- Skype for iPhone: http://www.skype.com/intl/en-us/get-skype/on-your-mobile/download/skype-for-android/
- Skype for iPad: http://www.skype.com/intl/en-us/get-skype/on-your-mobile/download/ipad-for-skype/
- Skype for Android: http://www.skype.com/intl/en-us/get-skype/on-your-mobile/download/skype-for-android/
Tips
- You can change your status by clicking on your name or account name at the top, select Personalize to customize Skype.
- To create a new Skype account, open Skype and choose "Don't have a Skype name," fill in your personal information, and click Sign in.
Warnings
- Carefully read the terms of use as you will be agreeing to allow Skype to use your computer to transfer some or all information through the application. This means viruses and malicious software can easily infiltrate your computer. Some online articles have discussed Skype and related security concerns. Read them thoroughly before installing Skype. You might also consider alternatives like V See, ooVoo, or Google+ Hangouts.
- Do not call people you do not know; random calls on Skype may come from individuals with bad intentions or similar motives. This is not what Skype is intended for.
- If you want to call someone who does not use Skype, you will need to pay a small fee.
What You'll Need
- Windows, Macintosh, Linux computers, and devices mentioned on the website.
