Skype Replacing Windows live: Officially Announced

It has been decided officially that Skype will be replacing Windows Live Messenger. We already knew of its release in October and now of its existence in windows 8. Users using Windows live messenger can use it their existing messenger id account to sign into Skype and use all its best features with the ability for instant messaging, video calling with online contacts.

Skype released since 2003 with over 600 million users offers one of the most popular VoIP service. The latest released version Skype 6.0 is suitable for mac, windows user and Skype 4.0 is for Linux users. Here some of the highlighted best features you can find

• File transfer and screen sharing


• Video calling support for Facebook and Retina MacBook


• Videoconferencing, Group video calling


• Can be used on other platform like iOS, iPad, smartphones, iPhone and Android


• Make calls on mobiles and landlines