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This is the eBook version of the printed book. If the print book includes a CD-ROM, this content is not included within the eBook version. Learn how to make free phone calls to more than 75 million people, and dirt-cheap phone calls to practically everyone else, anywhere on Earth! You can do it with Skype. This book will help you get started fast, with any computer: Windows, Mac, Linux, even Pocket PC. Then, take Skype to the limit, with SkypeIn, SkypeOut, instant messaging, secure file transfer, even video calling.   Set up and customize Skype in just minutes Take Skype on the road--avoid expensive hotel phones and international calls Transform your PC into a state-of-the-art Skype videophone Troubleshoot Skype connections and audio quality Discover even more ways to save money, simplify life, even build your business!   Written by Skype insiders, this is the only official guide to Skype. It's up-to-date, easy-to-use, quick, simple . . . and above all, FUN! Bonus coverage for more experienced users: Skype architecture, security, and advanced configuration.

Table of Contents:
Foreword xvii Preface xix About the Authors xxiii Chapter 1 What Is Skype? 2 Skype Basics 3 How Skype Is Unique 4 Overview of How Skype Works 5 SkypeOut 7 SkypeIn 9 Devices That Work with Skype 10 Summary of Major Features 14 The Skype Story 20 Chapter 2 Skype Quick Start 26 Process Overview 27 Equipment and Requirements 28 Download and Install Skype 28 Create a New Skype Account 29 Make a Test Call 33 Set Your Preferences 34 Add Contacts 38 Make a Call 42 Make a Call to a Landline or Cell Phone(SkypeOut) 43 Start a Chat (Send an Instant Message) 43 Transfer a File 44 Update Your Personal Profile 44 Chapter 3 Details of Installing Skype 46 Installation Summary 47 Installing Skype on Microsoft Windows 2000/XP 52 Installing Skype on Mac OS X 59 Installing Skype on Windows Mobile-Based Pocket PC 61 Installing Skype on Linux 63 Chapter 4 Details of Using Skype for the First Time 72 Create a New Skype Account 73 Make a Test Call 83 Testing Your Microphone 85 Add Contacts 86 Set Your Skype Preferences 92 Make a Call 97 End a Call 98 Receive a Call 99 Start a Chat (Send an Instant Message) 99 Transfer a File 101 Your Personal Profile 102 Summary of Preference Menus 104 Chapter 5 Using Skype Every Day 116 Skype Experience 117 General Features 118 Voice Calls 132 Voicemail 144 Video Calls 147 Chat (Instant Messaging) 151 File Transfers 159 Chapter 6 How People Use Skype 164 Online Communities 165 Skype Stories 166 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting 176 Unable to Connect to the Skype Network: Error 1101, 1102, or 1103 177 Echo and Sound-Quality Problems 179 Trouble Making Calls or Processing Payments 180 You Can't Hear 182 Others Can't Hear You 183 Other Problems 188 Appendix A Skype Architecture 191 Appendix B Skype Security 203 Appendix C Advanced Setup 217 Index 247


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Product Details
  • ISBN-13: 9780321467881
  • Publisher: Pearson Education (US)
  • Publisher Imprint: Pearson Education (US)
  • Language: English
  • Sub Title: The Definitive Guide
  • ISBN-10: 0321467884
  • Publisher Date: 05 May 2006
  • Binding: Digital download
  • No of Pages: 288
  • Weight: 1 gr


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