trout 1256 Report post Posted November 28, 2010 Okay, so how easy is it to set up Skype? I have a new HP desktop with the latest version of Windows on it. Anyone know what I need to do and what I should get camera $$$ wise? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest S*rca****sid Report post Posted November 28, 2010 All you need to do is install the software from http://www.skype.com/intl/en-us/get-skype/on-your-computer/windows/ As far as a camera goes, buy one that is compatible for windows and skype. It will say on the box. Once you install skype, follow the instructions on setting up an account. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
trout 1256 Report post Posted November 28, 2010 Thanks! I'm a bit of a computer newb! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
roamingguy 300292 Report post Posted November 29, 2010 I'm even newer when it comes to this...my question, what is skype, and what does it do RG Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bucken 1479 Report post Posted November 29, 2010 Skype is sort of like MSN Messenger, but better in my opinion. I use it a lot for work. We communicate betweem myself, a team spread across the US and in Germany. You can do text chat, voice chat (like a phone call) and video chat. For the voice chat, you can also do a conference call, with up to 10 people (I think). For video, it is only between two callers. You can also see when the people on your contact list are online and control how you show up to other people. There are also some screen sharing, file transfer and remote control options. i think it is a great tool. Feel free to PM me if you'd like more details. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Boomer 33202 Report post Posted November 29, 2010 Essentially it's phone via the internet. Calling to other's who have an account on the internet is free to any where in the world. You can call strictly voice but also have a video option as well. Your identity is associated with an email address. And if you pay a relatively small fee you can call out to any phone number. It's pretty easy to install, just go to their site and download the software. There instructions for installation are very easy. When finished they direct you to a test site where you can verify that it's working correctly. If you travel it a great way to stay in touch with the family. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
roamingguy 300292 Report post Posted November 29, 2010 Bucken, Boomer Thanks for the info. Wasn't looking to get skype, but I've heard about it and been curious. Don't think it's a program/system I would need for my day to day computing needs Thanks again for the info and answering my question RG Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
