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Skype Technologies offers free, easy-to-use computer telephony software
November 17, 2005
By: Bob Whitehead
Computer telephony software allows you to turn your
computer into an even greater multi-function machine.
Through this software and voice over IP technology, you can
make telephone calls to other computers, fortifying the
communicative abilities of your computer. One good VoIP tool
for such applications is the telephony program from
Skype Technologies .
Skype offers VoIP telephony that's easy to use and easy
to integrate into your computer. One review suggests that
it's no more intensive than typical instant messaging
programs. And like these popular programs, Skype's service
is free of charge, so even if your audio conferencing budget
is very small, you can enjoy the benefits of conferencing
with up to four people through their computers.
With Skype, you're audio conferencing on a peer-to-peer
network. The communication goes directly between your
computers, and the lag is minimal. You can even use text
chat at the same time as you're using Skype to make a phone
call.
Another great benefit is that Skype software isn't just
for Windows -- you can run it on Mac and Linux operating
systems. This cross platform compatibility was just added
this year, and shows Skype's commitment to being accessible
to all.
Skype's website uses screenshots to take you through the
steps of conferencing calling and file transfer, so you feel
confident during your first use. It's a great tool for both
personal use and business use. You also have the added
option of upgrading to SkypeOut, a cost-effective solution
that allows you to dial out to landline or mobile phones
from your computer.
Is there anything cheaper than Skype? Yes there is. If
you are looking for an even cheaper alternative to SkypeOut,
give the new
Babble
service a try. Offered by UK's BON.net, calls to fixed line
numbers in the UK, USA Mainland, Australia, New Zealand, and
Europe are free of charge. Voicemail (another paid Skype
service) and instant messaging is also free. What could be
cheaper than free?
About the Author
Bob Whitehead is a successful freelance writer and
contributor to Web-Conferencing-Zone.com. Your
definitive guide to web conferencing services, online
collaboration software and web meetings for business.
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