Alison: Skype- What is it?

Skype is an online application that is free to download on any computer.  If you don’t have it, then you’re missing out! The most popular feature that Skype offers is free calls to any other Skype user. Not only do you have the privilege to make calls to your friends and/or family for no cost at all, but you get to actually see the person you’re speaking with via webcam. So, in order to hear, speak, see, and be seen, you and the recipient will need the following tools: Microphone and a webcam.  However, even if you don’t personally have a webcam or a microphone, you can still Skype with others that have these tools, but know that you will not be seen or heard without these two specific requirements. If you are one of these people that lack a webcam or microphone, you can still utilize the benefits of Skype by using the chat feature, which is ultimately instant messaging. 

Stay tuned to learn more about the benefits and awesomeness that Skype has to offer.