Skype
Now A Division Of Microsoft



Skype is the most renown and powerful VoIP soft-phone used by millions of people around the world. Founded in 2003 by Skype Communications SARL; the company has been acquired by Microsoft in 2010. 

Skype provides mVoIP, free PC-to-PC voice calls, IM (Instant Messaging - text chat) and video calls. Also can be used for group video conference calling and for business. It's available on PC, laptops, mobile smartphones, TVs and even game consoles. To read/write a comment, review and Q&A scroll to down of this page

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Skype and Microsoft have big dreams

Now Skype is part of Microsoft. Together we will bring innovative technology to friends, family and colleagues everywhere. And now the future possibilities for our customers are even more exciting. We will enable more people to connect in more ways that transform and enhance their lives. And this is just the beginning.

Introducing The New Skype For Mac

Products and services

For Persoanl/Home

  • Instant Messaging
  • Audio Calls
  • Video Calls

For Business

  • Online meetings 
  • Sharing
  • Office integration

Update: Skype now offers web browser based soft-phone, called Skype for Web. That means you can also use the system without installing the software.

VoIP Equipment (Software and/or Hardware)

  • BYOD (Bring Your Own Device)
  • VoIP ATA
  • Soft-Phone
  • Mobile Apps

Available in 38 languages and in almost all operating systems: 

  • Windows
  • Macintosh
  • Linux
  • Fire OS
  • Android,
  • iOS
  • Windows Phone
  • BlackBerry
  • Nokia X
  • Xbox One
  • PlayStation Vita 
  • Play Station Portable

Features

  • Calling
  • Video
  • Messaging
  • Sharing
  • Skype to Facebook
  • Skype WiFi
  • Skype Manager
  • Skype for Outlook.com
  • Skype buttons

Introducing Skype for Business


Business VoIP Plans and Pricing

Skype for business plans


Residential VoIP Plans and Pricing

  • Skype to Skype FREE 
  • International Calling: visit rates and you will need to buy 'Pay as you go credit or Monthly subscription' 

Note: Companies change their plans constantly so ensure these pricing are current by visiting provider's site as listed below.


More About Skype and Contact Info

Founder/s

Janus Friis

Niklas Zennström

Owner/s

Microsoft

Employees #

1000-5000

Business Years

2003-Present

     Contact Info

Skype Communications SARL

Address: 23-29 Rives de Clausen Luxembourg, L- 2165, Luxembourg

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Compare With Other VoIP Providers 

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 Free Viber-to-Viber calls = Free

 Viber Out = See Rates

Visit Viber link for more details


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 WhatsApp-to-WhatsApp = Free

Visit WhatsApp page for more info


Line Messenger Logo

Line-to-Line Calls = Free

To landlines & mobiles = See Line Out (Call Credit, 30-Day Plan & Line Coins)

Visit Line article for more details


Tango Logo

 Tango-to-Tango Calls = Free

Visit Tango link for more info


Messenger Logo

Messenger-to-Messenger Calls = Free

Visit Messenger page for more info


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