If your only exposure to Skype is Oprah’s long-distance interviews and “Where the Skype Are You?” segments, then you may not realize the extent of Skype features available to noobies and techies alike. What is Skype? Skype combines video conferencing (like you see on Oprah) with voice-over-internet protocol (VoIP) and an instant message chat program. Combine all three and you’ve got a multimedia-rich conversation. Use VoIP by itself to make more “traditional” telephone calls or use the instant messaging platform as a useful, less intrusive way to access friends, families and colleagues. Skype services are either free or extremely affordable,…
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