Chapter Ten

Using Skype

In This Chapter

arrow Starting and using Skype

arrow Sending, editing, and removing instant messages

arrow Transferring files via Skype

arrow Starting audio and video calls

arrow Starting group calls

arrow Sharing your screen in calls

arrow Improving the way Skype works

Skype is the world’s best-known application for making audio and video calls from computers and all kinds of mobile devices via the Internet. With Skype, you can send instant messages, exchange files, create conference calls, and speak with people all over the world. You can also use it to call landline and mobile phones, but this feature is available only if you purchase Skype Credit or a subscription to Office 365.

Skype is available for free in Windows 10. This chapter covers the free version, which you can use for such tasks as ...

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