What is Skype?
Q: What is Skype?
A: Skype is a software program that uses the Internet to make telephone calls using a technology called Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP).
Q: Who created Skype?
A: Skype was created in 2003 by the Swedish and Danish Niklas Zennström and Janus Friis.
Q: Who runs Skype now?
A: Skype is currently run by a company in Luxembourg called Skype Technologies S.A.R.L, which since 2011 has been part of Microsoft.
Q: What platforms does Skype work on?
A: The Skype program works on computers Microsoft Windows, MacOS and Linux and is available as mobile apps for different platforms including iOS and Android.
Q: Is it expensive to call another phone with Skype?
A: No, it is very cheap to call another phone with VoIP through Skype. It does not cost money to call another Skype user either.
Q: How do you find other users on Skye?
A: Every Skye user has a unique name by which other users can find them and talk to them.
Q: Does Skye have any additional features aside from audio calls?
A: Yes, Skye also has additional features such as video calls and multiple members in a conversation. In the chat you can also find a selection with a variety of emojis available
