If you want to join the most popular Skype communication service, you just need to, or go to the official website of the developers and download from there. Next, you will need to run the installation and follow the instructions of the installer. If you are downloading a program to your computer for the first time, you should first check that the technical specifications meet the requirements of the program itself.

Skype computer requirements

1. Most modern computers that have been released in recent years have a frequency of more than 1000 MHz. However, if your PC falls short of this number, you may experience program crashes and interruptions.
2. For high-speed operation of the program, it is necessary that the computer has at least a gigabyte of RAM
3. Free disk space speeds up the entire computer, and Skype is no exception. For correct operation, it is desirable to have about 20 gigabytes of free disk space.
4. The Windows operating system must be updated to at least XP or higher. Otherwise, the program will not work.

Additional devices

Additional devices you may need include:

• Microphone.
• Speakers in headphones or speakers.
• Webcam.

Let's consider them separately

1. The microphone is needed so that the other user can hear you. You can purchase it in a set with headphones, as part of a webcam. However, if you need professional sound quality, then it is better not to skimp and purchase a separate microphone. For everyday needs, the built-in one is usually enough.
2. Speakers are necessary so that you can hear the interlocutor. You can purchase headphones or speakers, whichever works best for you.
3. The webcam is needed so that you can be seen during a call.

From our site you can download the Skype installation package for your computer, no matter what operating system it has. Next, you will need to open the file, follow the instructions of the installation program.

To start using the program, you need, at a minimum, to correctly install Skype, but usually there are no problems with this, and the process is quite simple. Difficulties can arise only if ... But more on that below.

Step by step: how to install Skype on a computer?

• To download and save the installation file on your computer.
• Double click on it to start the installation process. The file is called "SkypeSetup.exe"

• Skype installer will open
• The first thing that can and should be done here is to set the language that you will use while working with the application. Russian is set by default, but some users who are interested in how to install Skype on a computer may wish to use a different language, for example, to practice studying. In general, choose the option you need

You can read more about that in another article on the site!

• Now open "Advanced settings", where you can set the "Installation path". If this is not done, the program will be installed on drive C, in the "Program Files" folder. But this is far from always convenient for the user, which is why there is a choice of a place where the application will “settle”.

• Here, in the "Advanced settings", you can decide whether or not you need a turquoise application shortcut on the "Desktop". If you plan to use the application often, then it is advisable to keep the shortcut at hand. Therefore, in order to properly install Skype on the "Desktop", do not skip this step.

• Here you will be asked whether or not you should run the application at the same time as the operating system is loaded. If Skype is used constantly - why not, if from time to time, or your device is weak, it is better to uncheck this item
• After the settings are set, click "I agree"
• Click "Continue"

• The program has started the installation process

• Further, if you downloaded Skype from our site, a window will open in front of you, where you will be prompted to install the latest version from the application store, you can agree or continue installing this version.

• Now it's time to sign in or

• Then you can. For example, add an avatar. Take a snapshot with your webcam, upload an image from your device, or leave it all for later.

As a matter of fact, we told you how to install Skype on a computer or laptop for free, and now it's time to touch on possible problems.

You can watch the installation of the program in detail in this video:

System requirements

In order to install Skype on a laptop or computer or on any other device without any problems, it must meet the following OS requirements:

Windows

• Windows 8.1
• (both 32 and 64 bit versions are supported) - see note below
• Service Pack 3 (SP3) (32-bit and 64-bit versions supported) - see note below
• Processor - at least 1 GHz,

MacOS X

• 10.9 or later
• Intel processor with a clock speed of at least 1 GHz (Core 2 Duo)
• RAM at least 1 GB

linux

• 64-bit Ubuntu 14.04 or later
• 64-bit Debian 8.0 or later
• 64-bit OpenSUSE 13.3 or later
• 64-bit Fedora Linux 24 or later
• Intel Pentium 4 or newer processor with SSE2 and SSE3 support
• RAM at least 512 MB

Windows 10 Mobile

• Windows Mobile Anniversary Update or later

Android

• Android OS 4.0.3 or later
• Free space at least 32 MB

• iOS 8 or later

The new version of Skype for iOS requires iOS 9 or later

For browser

• Microsoft Edge
• Internet Explorer 10 or later
• Latest versions of Chrome and Firefox
• Safari 6 or later.

Possible problems

This is why the user may hear "Can't install Skype":

1. In most cases, these problems occur if the program has already been installed, then removed, and installed again.
2. To solve this problem, you need to clean the device from traces of using the program (clean the registry). This can be done using the Ccleaner program.
3. The cause of the difficulties may be a poor Internet connection.
4. We also recommend updating your Internet Explorer browser.

We remind you that free download and installation of Skype is possible on the official website and on our resource. And we will talk about that in our next article.

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Main features of Skype 2019 for Windows 7, 8, 10:

• You can chat with instant text messages;
• Communicate by video calls and voice communication, as if you are nearby, and not in different parts of the world;
• Call any phone at low rates and send cheap SMS;
• Exchange photos, videos and files of any size;
• Communication in group conferences up to 25 people.

Skype is a computer program with which you can correspond, talk on the Internet and even see your interlocutor. You can download it for free, install it on your computer and use it at any time.

Like any program, Skype has an official website. And it is from there that this program needs to be downloaded, since there is a new 100% legal version without viruses.

How to download skype for free

Open the official website of the program. To do this, type the skype.com address in the top line of your browser (Internet programs) and press the Enter button on your keyboard.

On a note . If for some reason Skype download failed, click on this link, save the proposed file to your computer and open it.

How to install Skype on a computer

After opening the downloaded file, the following window appears. Click "Launch".

This is a common system message that pops up almost every time you install something on your computer. Do not pay attention to it - after all, we downloaded a high-quality program and did it through the official website.

A window like this will appear. It specifies the language in which the program will run. If you need another, then select it from the list. Then click on "I agree (-to) - next."

Do not turn off the Internet during installation, otherwise Skype will not start!

Next, we are offered to add the Click to Call plugin to the browser. This is a special gadget that can recognize Skype and phone numbers on websites. By clicking on such a number, it will automatically be dialed in the program.

It seems like a useful thing, but, frankly, too intrusive - it is inserted wherever possible. I never install it.

To cancel the download of the plugin, you just need to remove the bird at the bottom of the window and click "Continue".

The installation of the program will begin. Wait for it to finish.

Sometimes this process can take a long time. It all depends on the stability and speed of your internet.

When the program is installed, a login window will appear. Type in your Skype name (login) and password from it, then click on "Login".

The program will open with all its features, as well as with your contacts and correspondence.

And the program icon will appear on the Desktop (computer screen). It can also be opened via Start → All Programs.

It is impossible to use the program without a username and password!

Apr 19 2013

How to download and install Skype for free

you don't know how download skype and install skype to your computer? How often do you use the Internet and make calls? Now I will tell you about one useful program link, I will show you how to download and install the Skype program for free and without SMS.

The last publication of our blog was -. Our Internet is moving by leaps and bounds, developing wherever possible.

About 10 years ago, no one could have imagined that it would be possible to make regular and video calls from a simple computer. Perhaps in another 10 years there will be no personal computers, miniature computer things will take their place.

This information is mainly intended for beginners and for those who do not yet have a skype program. If you already use the Skype program, you know everything and you are not interested, then you can safely close this article and read other information, for example or.

Skype download links

You can download and install the Skype program on my website. Here is the latest version of Skype in Russian and a link to it

If you do not download or install a new version, then try downloading older versions of Skype:

I have been using Skype for a couple of years, if not more. First calls over the internet I don’t remember where, but definitely on computers.

About six months ago I decided to try to transfer money (about 5 dollars) to my skype account and call a mobile and landline phone. The connection seems to be normal, everything suited me, only the money goes quickly. So, today, I have $ 1.5 left on my Skype account.

If you don’t have Skype yet, you want to download and install it on your computer, then with the help of this article, you can easily cope with this task. At the end of the post, as always, you will find a short video tutorial on how to download skype program.

Starting the download process

If you wish, you can go to the official Skype website www.skype.com/ru, select the desired language and download the desired version of the skype program.

There you can also download Skype for your mobile phone or tablet, whether they are on Android or something else.

Installing Skype

Well, we have downloaded everything, now you need to install Skype on your computer.

We go into that daddy where skype was downloaded, find it and double-click on it with the mouse or the Enter key.

The installation process of the program begins, you need to wait a bit. The first thing I got was a security warning (you may not get one). Click to run the file.

You can make this window no longer appear. To do this, uncheck Always ask me when opening this file. We select the language of the program we need.

It is possible to uncheck or leave the checkbox Start Skype at computer startup.

You can click on the advanced settings menu.

In the settings, you can specify the path where our Skype program will be installed.

If you want to bring the Skype shortcut to the desktop, then leave a checkmark in front of this item, but if you do not want, you can uncheck it.

After all the settings, you need to click on the blue button below I agree - next.

We are offered to install the Click to Call plugin - leave or uncheck the box. I always download it and click Continue.

They suggest setting Bing as the default search engine. Perhaps it is popular in the West or in America, but in our country it is not popular, so I removed 2 checkboxes to make it the default and make it the home page.

It is convenient for me to use search engines from Google and Yandex, you may have other preferences.

Installing skype - the process may take several minutes.

A shortcut to the Skype program appears on the desktop, if you have not unchecked the checkbox in the settings, and a window appears where you need to enter your information for authorization in skype.

Here you can uncheck or leave a checkmark with additional settings - automatic authorization when Skype starts.

Do not forget to watch a short video tutorial on how to download and install Skype on your computer.

Download and install Skype

Conclusion

In today's article, I told you in detail and showed you how to download the Skype program, posted links to earlier versions of the program, and clearly demonstrated the process of installing skype on a computer. Use it to your health, call your relatives, neighbors, in general, wherever you see fit.

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