Skype for Mac OS X

By: Harry Johnson

Skype 2.0 for Mac is a little piece of software that lets you call anyone else using Skype, anywhere in the world, no matter what platform they use. Chat with up to 100 people or video conference call with a friend. Make video calls to anyone on Skype, no matter what kind of computer they are using Say hello, smile, or even wave with anyone, anywhere in the world on Skype; Great quality video that just works.

Now Skype enabling high-quality voice calling via the Internet for multiple computer platforms. Skype is the leading VOIP-category product worldwide, with more than 23 million registered users, and more than 130,000 new users per day.

Previously available in beta versions, Skype for Mac OS X and Skype for Linux software includes free Skype to Skype calling and conference calling for up to 5 participants, cross-platform communications, rich presence and personalization features, and the pre-pay Skype Out service, allowing users to call any landline or mobile worldwide for the price of a local call.

Now Skype technology has launched the beta version of Skype for Mac OX. The beta includes such features as: a user-built global Skype contacts directory with various search options and an add-a-contact tool; message tracking; customization with My Picture image display; file transfer; end-to-end encryption; the ability to have multiple Skype accounts on one computing device; and instant messaging.

Making Calls on The Skype 1.4 Beta for Mac OS

Advantage of the Skype:

Quality of the interface: While many such applications are cross-platform and never look good on any system, the Mac OS X version of Skype has a clear, easy-to-understand interface that makes interacting with the application a lot easier. Even the toolbar icons use some system-standard metaphors and drawings, which denote the attention that went into it.

Skype Global Directory: The user-built global Skype contacts directory with numerous search options and an easy add-a-contact tool.

Ability to cross firewalls: While testing it behind quite a hefty firewall and a NAT-enabled router, I was able to receive and place calls normally.

Instant messaging: Cross platform messaging ability.

Skype Out service: Skype allows you to reach most numbers, no matter where you are calling from and for a constant fee. This is without doubt a great plus for travelers and, unless your phone company is extremely good, is very likely to help you save some money on your regular bills.

Conference calling: Instantly create a free 5-party conference call.

Presence – easily manage availability and view status of contacts

File transfer –send and receive files via Skype

Article Source: http://www.articlerich.com