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Skype

Ian Serdenia

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What is Skype?

Skype was first introduced in 2003, which allows us to communicate with other Skype users free of charge. With Skype you can send and receive text messages as well as talk and have video chats.

Overview

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Requirements

When using Skype all you need is:

  • A computer
  • Internet
  • Audio devices such as a webcam and microphone.
  • The Skype software
  • Skype account

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Benefits

Skype's computer software lets other users make free calls online all over the world and it’s easy to use.

With Skype you can:

  • Video Call
  • Transfer Files
  • Screen Sharing
  • Send Text Messages
  • Call Land Lines
  • And much more

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Benefits Continued

With technology being so advanced these days, you can now take Skype on the road. Skype has their own app you can download straight to your cell phone.

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Skype Premium

Want to do a little bit more with Skype? Now you can. Just for 8.99 a month you can subscribe to Skype Premium. With Skype Premium you can have PC-to-Phone Calling, Group Webcam Chat and also Live Customer Support as seen below.

Skype Free

Skype Premium

PC-to-PC Calling

PC-to-Phone Calling*

One-on-One Webcam Chat

Group Webcam Chat

Send, Receive IMs

File Sharing

SkypeIn Number Discounts

Webcam Discounts

File Sharing

Live Customer Support

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The importance of Skype

  • Skype allows people to stay connected around the world, whether in a business environment or between family and friends. It also allows people to save time and money.�

Why do we use it?

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Continued

  • Businesses use Skype as a way to work closer with clients, colleagues and suppliers, wherever they are. It's also a simple way to reduce technology and travel expenses.
  • We can easily set up accounts for employees, give them information they need all from one place.

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Social Media

Skype is already among the world’s largest social network with hundreds of millions of users.

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STATISTICS CONTINUED

The numbers shown here are the minutes usage as of July 2011

The numbers shown here are some statistics as of 2011

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