Learning Guide:Skype
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Depending on the device you use, here are the software downloads for various devices. | Depending on the device you use, here are the software downloads for various devices. | ||
| − | Computer | + | ====Computer==== |
* [http://www.skype.com/intl/en-us/get-skype/on-your-computer/windows/ Windows] | * [http://www.skype.com/intl/en-us/get-skype/on-your-computer/windows/ Windows] | ||
* [http://www.skype.com/intl/en-us/get-skype/on-your-computer/macosx/ Mac OS X] | * [http://www.skype.com/intl/en-us/get-skype/on-your-computer/macosx/ Mac OS X] | ||
* [http://www.skype.com/intl/en-us/get-skype/on-your-computer/linux/ Linux] | * [http://www.skype.com/intl/en-us/get-skype/on-your-computer/linux/ Linux] | ||
| − | Mobile | + | ====Mobile==== |
* [http://www.skype.com/intl/en-us/get-skype/on-your-mobile/download/skype-for-android/ Android] | * [http://www.skype.com/intl/en-us/get-skype/on-your-mobile/download/skype-for-android/ Android] | ||
* [http://www.skype.com/intl/en-us/get-skype/on-your-mobile/skype-mobile/blackberry/ Blackberry] | * [http://www.skype.com/intl/en-us/get-skype/on-your-mobile/skype-mobile/blackberry/ Blackberry] | ||
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* [http://www.skype.com/intl/en-us/get-skype/on-your-mobile/download/iphone-for-skype/ iPhone] | * [http://www.skype.com/intl/en-us/get-skype/on-your-mobile/download/iphone-for-skype/ iPhone] | ||
| − | Toolbars | + | ====Toolbars==== |
* [http://www.skype.com/intl/en-us/get-skype/on-your-computer/office-toolbar/ Skype Office Toolbar] | * [http://www.skype.com/intl/en-us/get-skype/on-your-computer/office-toolbar/ Skype Office Toolbar] | ||
* [http://www.skype.com/intl/en-us/get-skype/on-your-computer/email-toolbar/ Skype Email Toolbar] | * [http://www.skype.com/intl/en-us/get-skype/on-your-computer/email-toolbar/ Skype Email Toolbar] | ||
| − | TV | + | ====TV==== |
* [http://www.skype.com/intl/en-us/get-skype/on-your-tv/ Skype on your TV] | * [http://www.skype.com/intl/en-us/get-skype/on-your-tv/ Skype on your TV] | ||
Revision as of 12:23, 22 October 2010
| Skype Release status: new | |
|---|---|
| Description | Skype is a computer application which will allow you talk to others free. |
| Author(s) | Stan Skrabut (skrabutTalk) |
| Stan Skrabut | |
| Location | Room 120 |
| University of Wyoming, College of Agriculture | |
| Phone | 307-766-3722 |
| Last Updated | 21 October, 2010 |
Contents |
Description
Skype is a computer application which will allow you talk to others free. With the free application, you can carry out:
- Skype-to-Skype calls
- Video calls
- Conference calls (Skype users only)
- Instant messaging
- Screen sharing
- Call transfer
- Sending files
- Call and text friends directly from your Facebook News Feed and Phonebook in Skype
However, you can expand the capability of Skype through purchased features to include:
- Call phones and mobile phones
- Conference calls to phones and mobile phones
- Get a Skype number that others can call
- Voicemail to record missed calls
- Call forwarding, forward calls to another phone when you are not online
- Caller ID, show it’s you calling when you call someone’s number
- Call transfer to phones and mobile phones
- Group video calling
- Send text messages
Skype has three pricing plans; free, pay as you go, and pay monthly.
Essential Requirements
You can use Skype from multiple devices to include Windows, Mac, and Linux computers. You can also access Skype from various smart phones and iPads. it is possible to run Skype from your high definition TV from LG, Panasonic or Samsung.
Equipment
Skype on your computer
- A Windows, Mac, or Linux computer
- An internet connection (broadband is best)
- A built-in or external webcam for video calls
Skype on your mobile phone
- A phone capable of installing the Skype application
Skype on TV
- Panasonic
- Skype-enabled 2010 Panasonic HD TV.
- A Panasonic Communication Camera.
- A fast broadband internet connection.
- Samsung
- A Skype-enabled 2010 Samsung TV.
- Freetalk TV camera for Samsung.
- A fast broadband internet connection.
Software
Depending on the device you use, here are the software downloads for various devices.
Computer
Mobile
Toolbars
TV
Learning resources information
Reading List
Key Web links
Guides and Beginner Instructions
Ideas for using Skype
Business
Education
Here are a number of great ideas for using Skype in an education environment.
- Using Skype in the Classroom (or just learning how to use it!)
- 50 Awesome Ways to Use Skype in the Classroom
- Learning Beyond Walls: 21 Skype Resources
Productivity
Here are a number of great ideas for improving your Skype use.
- Hacking Skype: 25 Tips to Improve Your Skype Experience
- 20 Essential Tricks Every Skype User Should Know
Emoticons
Etiquette
Microsoft Outlook and Office
Recording
- Skype recording, transcription, collaboration
- Skype Call Recorder
- How to Record Skype Audio and Video Calls - Use this Easy Skype Recorder
- Recording an Interview with Skype using Audacity 1.3
- Record Skype Video Calls and Edit for Free with Vodburner