Free Download Skype Latest

Description

Skype is the most popular free voice-over IP and instant messaging service globally. It allows users to text, video and voice call over the internet. Users can also call landlines and mobiles at competitive rates using Skype credit, premium accounts and subscriptions. Skype was publically released in 2003 and now accounts for roughly a third of all international calling minutes. Skype uses P2P technology to connect users on a multitude of platforms including desktop, mobile and tablet. The call quality (depending on your internet signal) and additional features like conversation history, conference calling and secure file transfer are excellent. There have been some criticisms over the programs bandwidth usage and security vulnerabilities.

Skype Calling

Once you’ve downloaded and installed Skype, you will need to create a user profile and unique Skype name. You can then search for other users in the Skype directory or call them directly using their Skype name. Voice chat comes with conference calling, secure file transfer and a highly secure end to end encryption. Video chat is available on higher bandwidth connections and makes keeping up with distant family/friends much more interactive. Video conferencing and the Screenshare features make Skype popular with the corporate market. Skype’s text chat client features group chat, chat history, message editing and emoticons. Skype also enables calls to landlines and mobiles using a premium paid service.

Easy to Use

Skype’s UI is very intuitive and easy to use. All the classic messaging service features like profiles, online status, contacts and recent history are displayed in the left navigation. Here you will also find the Skype directory, group options, a search box and premium calling buttons. The right side (main window) opens the content you select. For individual contacts you will see a text message box, chat history and calling options.

Call Quality

On fast internet connections Skype call quality is excellent for both voice and video calls. The hybrid peer-to-peer client server system means the sound quality is better than most VoIP services. That being said, if you do have a slower internet connection, voice calls may be interrupted or delayed. Video calls will be intermittent and pixelated. Text chat will only be affected by very poor connections. The call quality button will give you detailed information on the expected call quality for each of your contacts (as the quality depends on both parties internet connection).

Summary

If you’re looking for a reliable and easy to use VoIP client, you’ll find it hard to beat Skype. Microsoft’s purchase of Skype in 2011 has further stabilized the platform and accelerated development as Microsoft used Skype to replace its aging messaging service Windows Live Messenger. Click on the green download button to give it a try.

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Technical

Title: Skype 7.33.0.105

Filename: SkypeSetup.exe

File size: 1.56MB (1,631,704 bytes)

Requirements: Windows 2000 / XP / Vista / Windows 7 / XP 64-bit / Vista 64-bit / Windows 7 64-bit / Windows 8 / Windows 8 64-bit / Windows 10 / Windows 10 64-bit

Languages: Multiple languages

License: Freeware

Date added: March 15, 2017

Author: Skype Technologies
www.skype.com

Homepage: www.skype.com/get-skype

MD5 Checksum: EDB28BB52DC3BA78190DF748DE1B8666

Free Download UC Browser Latest

Description

UC Browser is a fresh looking, Chromium-based browser, that comes packed with all the benefits of Chrome, but it also has some unique features to make your experience on the Internet both easy and fun.

For a long time UC Browser has been a top choice for the discerning Android user, due to its speed and reliability, but now the field has opened up into the Windows market and UC Browser doesn't disappoint.

Key Features include:

• Speed Boost: Accelerated page loading and file downloading
• Video Grabber: Download online video with 1-click
• Pop-out video: Watch video in a separate window while browsing
• Built-in Ad Block: Stay away from unwanted ads by enabling UC Ad Block
• Mouse Gesture: Smoother-than-ever mouse gesture making the browsing easy

The interface is sleek and easy to use, without any of the navigation and toolbar buttons getting in the way of your browsing experience. However, it is the stand-out features that really make UC Browser a game changer for many users. For instance, the Video/MP3 Grabber is a highly useful tool that lets you download any MP3 or online video with a single click. You can also choose the video quality of your grab as well.

In addition to the productive tools, there are other useful things you will find handy, such as the night mode, smart file manager and cloud sync...together with the fresh look and simple user interface, these make UC Browser an interesting choice for those of users who are in the market for a change.

For a more in-depth analysis read our full program review..

Technical

Title: UC Browser 6.1.2015.1007

Filename: UCBrowser_V6.1.2015.1007_4770_(Build1702211800)_(en-us)_online_installer.exe

File size: 1.22MB (1,281,696 bytes)

Requirements: Windows (All Versions)

Languages: Multiple languages

License: Freeware

Date added: February 28, 2017