Download Skype for Windows 5.3 build 120

Skype has released an update to version 5.3 of its voip client for Windows. With Skype it is possible to communicate with other Skype users by means of text, speech or image, or a combination thereof, via an internet connection. Since version 5.0 it is possible to set up a video conference call with a maximum of ten people, but there is a Premium Subscription required. Furthermore, the Facebook News Feed is integrated into the program and there is Skype Home, a place where you can indicate your mood, change your profile and find new contacts.

In this release, the Extras Manager has been removed from the Windows client. This part provides access to some so-called thrird-party applications, such as a fax machine and various games. However, the Extras Manager has not been actively developed since September 2009 and after the debacle a few weeks ago, in which Easybits software was installed unsolicited, it was decided to remove the Extras Manager completely. The changelog also shows a bug fix.

Generic:

• Removed Extras Manager from Skype

Call Quality Indicator:

• Skype crashed when trying to close Call Quality Indicator with pressing ‘esc’.

The following downloads are available:
web installer
Full installer