Download Skype for Windows 5.8 build 156

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Skype has released a minor update to version 5.8 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. It is also 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, among other things, indicate your mood, change your profile and find new contacts. In version 5.8, among other things, higher quality video can be used during conversations and the screen can be shared with several people at the same time. In this release, a crash has been fixed and the message that appears when a user is blocked has been clarified.

Skype 5.8 Hotfix for Windows

This release fixes a bug which could cause Skype to crash for some users. In addition, we have made adjustments to messaging in the client for users who have been blocked from logging into Skype.

The following downloads are available:
web installer
full installer

Version number 5.8 build 156
Release status Final
Operating systems Windows 7, Windows XP, Windows Vista
Website Skype
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File Sizes

922.00kB – 23.10MB

License type Freeware
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