Download Skype 5.9.0.115

Softworld editor's review - 2011-03-15

Call all of your friends using the VoIP technology

Skype is a software program which permits users to make over the Internet voice calls. Beside that this application can also be used as a instant messaging client and for video chat. With this application by using the microphone you are able very easy to get in touch with users from all over the world. Skype can be used on Windows, Pocket PC, Mac OS X and Linux and it is designed by the people who were in charge with Kazaa. This application uses innovative P2P technology to connect with other Skype users.

This is a free program which is very simple to be installed and used. The Skype calls have excellent sound quality and they are extremely secure as they use end to end encryption.
The installation process of this application is straight forward and the moment it is finished you will be welcomed by a well designed and clean interface. The contacts are displayed with images and also mood messages. Searching for other Skype users has become a process that is extremely fast and more intuitive then in the previous versions.

If you are not satisfied with the features that are offered by the free version you can always opt for the paid one. This offers voicemail, SkypeOut calling to landlines and mobile phones, international calling and others.

Good:

- easy installation
- excellent integration
- voice calls have an excellent sound quality
- great chatting experience
- good looking interface

Bad:

- the interface is too big

Version 5.1 reviewed on: 15 Mar 2011

Publisher's description

Skype's text, voice and video make it simple to share experiences with the people that matter to you, wherever they are.

With Skype, you can share a story, celebrate a birthday, learn a language, hold a meeting, work with colleagues – just about anything you need to do together every day. You can use Skype on whatever works best for you - on your phone or computer or a TV with Skype on it. It is free to start using Skype - to speak, see and instant message other people on Skype for example. You can even try out group video, with the latest version of Skype.

Changes on the new version:
*Fixed Issues: - Sign-In - Issues with login window for some users.

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