Microsoft is trying to position Skype as a universal chat program, competing alongside WhatsApp, iMessage and many other communication platforms.
Microsoft has also announced that users using Chromebooks and the Chrome browser on Linux can now make calls via the online Skype website using the Skype WebRTC plugin, which is great news indeed. Audio and Video calls, Group calls, Skype to Skype, Skype to Phone, Skype Number. You will notice that with the Alpha version of Skype for Linux, which uses our next generation calling architecture, you will be able to call your friends and family on the latest versions of Skype on Windows, Mac, iOS and Android, but you won't be able to make or receive calls to and from the previous versions of Skype for Linux (4.3.0.37).' Skype Connect User Guide Alternatively, if you need to contact Skype Customer Service about a specific problem you’re having with Skype Connect, click Chat support in the top right corner of your Skype Manager to talk to a support representative. Install, Upgrade, Sign in, Find and add contacts. As we develop this new version of Skype for Linux, we need you to test, provide feedback and help us prioritize features. 'We can only get better with your feedback. Microsoft is asking Skype customers on Linux to help test out this new client by using and providing feedback the Skype team: I cant see this on the Microsoft web site but searching for.
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