Skype is free and simple software that will enable you to make free calls anywhere in the world in minutes. Skype, created by the people who brought you KaZaA, uses innovative P2P (peer-to-peer) technology to connect you with other Skype users. If you are tired of paying outrageous fees for telephony, Skype is for you!
Skype is quick and easy to install. Just download it, register, and within minutes you can plug in your PC headset and call your friends on Skype. Skype calls have excellent sound quality and are highly secure with end-to-end encryption. Best of all, Skype does not require you to reconfigure your firewall or router—it just works!
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June 21, 2004 — Skype launches Skype for Linux!
 Today Skype released the first beta version of Skype for Linux. “We've had strong demand for a Linux version of Skype since debuting the Skype for Windows beta 10 months ago,” said Niklas Zennstrom, Skype's CEO and co-founder. “Skype will continue to innovate by offering new quality telephony options, and listen to our users in setting priorities.”
Please download latest version and read release notes and FAQ.
June 15, 2004 — My Picture and Instant Messaging Enhancements
 Today Skype released version 0.98.0.28 with many new and improved features users have requested, including the ability to add graphic emoticons in the instant messaging text box and an enhanced “My Picture” feature that allows you to import and update your image in your Skype directory profile.
Version 0.98.0.28 also includes software enhancements for the soon-to-be launched SkypeOut feature that will enable you to use Skype and call phone numbers anywhere in addition to your Skype calling. SkypeOut is currently only available when you buy a special Plantronics-Skype bundled headset and receive a free promotional voucher. More information about SkypeOut will be offered in the near future. Please watch this space for more details.
Please read release notes and FAQ.
Skype software is free to download and you can always get the latest version here.
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