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Cortana Is Listening Into Your Skype Conversations

Microsoft is adding Cortana to Skype, but to make use of the intelligent assistant you’ll have to let her listen in on your conversations. Those who are happy to do so will get the benefit of her knowledge, as she offers up useful information related to what you and your contacts are talking about. Cortana… read more »

You Can Now Send Money to Friends Using Skype

It’s getting easier than ever to send money to friends. Or, even better, to receive money from friends. And now, thanks to Skype and PayPal teaming up together, you can now send and receive money in the middle of a Skype conversation without having to switch apps or open your browser. Microsoft recently gave Skype… read more »

6 Free Skype Alternatives for the Windows Desktop

If you’ve ever made a video call, it was probably via Skype. Just because it’s popular doesn’t mean it’s the best, though. Whether you’re sick of Skype or just want to try something new, here are the best free programs to replace Skype that you can install to your Windows PC. 1. Google Hangouts The… read more »

7 Skype for Business Tips and Tricks for Great Meetings

Skype for Business, formerly Lync, is Microsoft’s enterprise message and meeting solution. You can meet with up to 250 people — even if they’re not using the program — and use a combination of audio, visuals, and chat to host your meeting. We’ve rounded up a list of some of our favorite Skype for Business… read more »

Microsoft Launches Skype Lite for Old Phones

Microsoft has launched a new version of Skype aimed at people in developing countries. Skype Lite strips everything about the messaging app back to make it more accessible to people with older handsets and/or limited internet connections. Unfortunately, you probably can’t use it yet. Skype Lite is the latest in a succession of lightweight apps… read more »

How to Merge Your Skype and Microsoft Accounts

With Skype and Microsoft under one roof, there’s no reason to maintain multiple logins. Rather than try to keep track of multiple logins, you can actually use one password for both Microsoft and Skype. Here’s how to do that. Go to account.microsoft.com. If you’re already logged in with your Microsoft account, you will need to log out and… read more »

How to Ace Your Next Skype Job Interview

Sitting in front of the person who’s going to decide whether or not you get a job is terrifying. You’d think that putting a great deal of distance between you and the maestro of your fate would make it easier, but in reality, doing a job interview over a web on a service like Skype… read more »

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