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 Sub Categories | Skype VoIP ServicesWhat is Skype? Skype is a software application that allows users to make voice calls over the Internet. The network is operated by a company called Skype Limited, which has its headquarters in Luxembourg and is partly owned by eBay. Calls to other users within the Skype service are free, while calls to both traditional landline telephones and mobile phones can be made for a fee using a debit-based user account system. Unlike other VoIP services, the Skype company does not run servers, but makes use of background processing on computers running Skype software - the original name proposed, Sky peer-to-peer reflects this. Registered users of Skype are identified by a unique Skype Name, and may be listed in the Skype directory. Skype allows these registered users to communicate through both instant messaging and voice chat. Voice chat allows calls between pairs of users and conference calling, and uses a proprietary audio codec. The Skype Wi-Fi Phone is a wireless mobile phone that allows users to make Skype calls, using a wireless Internet connection. The Skype Wi-Fi Phone has an on-screen menu that lets Skype users see who is online and available to talk, similar to what is seen on a PC. It can also be used to talk with non-Skype users. SkypeOut minutes can be used to call any phone for a low price and no monthly fee. The Skype Wi-Fi phone does not contain a web browser and so can not access hotspots, which require web-based login or authentication. Skype uses a proprietary Internet telephony (VoIP) network, called the Skype protocol. The protocol has not been made publicly available by Skype and official applications using the protocol are closed-source. Skype has also become popular for its additional features which include instant messaging, file transfer, and video conferencing. Skype for iPhone, iPod touch or iPad With Skype on your iPhone, iPod touch or iPad, you can make and receive calls, and instant message anyone else on Skype, wherever they are in the world. You can also save on international calls and text messages to phones. Basic Skype Skype has recently announced a bare-bones version of its software designed to work over very low bandwidth connections that often are the only links aid workers in far-flung places have to the outside world. Skype SA chief executive Tony Bates said the company redesigned its application after being approached by the UN refugee agency to help staff working in remote locations communicate with loved ones back home. For further information and to downlad Skype for free please visit www.skype.com Skype Services - Articles and Reviews
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