Skype 5.9.0.123 for Windows available for download

Skype 5.9.0.123 for Windows is now available for download. This version resolves an issue which made Skype to use excess amount of system resources on the Windows 8 Release Preview, build 8400.

Overview
Skype is software that enables you to make free calls anywhere in the world. Skype uses P2P (peer-to-peer) technology to connect you with other users. It offers several features, including SkypeOut calling from Skype to regular and mobile phones worldwide, conference calling, and secure file transferring.

You can also now share your screen with other users. Skype calls focus on video and audio quality, and secure the calls with end-to-end encryption.

In addition, it doesn't just work on Windows. Skype is also for Mac OS X, Linux and PDAs using Pocket PC, with a native look and feel for each platform. Talking, sending instant messages or even file transfers work between different platforms like a charm.

Skype 5.8 and newer for Windows includes support for HD video-calling, group screen sharing, push-to-talk hotkeys, and a beta version of software that enables users to make audio and video-calls through Facebook.

Key features
Here are key features of Skype:
  • Free Skype-to-Skype calling.
  • Free video calls.
  • Free instant messaging.
  • Call phones and mobiles, send SMS.
  • Voicemail.
  • Forward calls to a phone when you’re offline.

Download Skype
Skype 5.9.0.123 is available for download at website listed below:

What's new in Skype 5.9.0.123
Skype 5.9.0.123 for Windows has following issues resolved from previous release:

Generic:
  • Skype used excess amount of system resources on Windows 8 Release Preview.

System requirements
  • PC running Windows 2000, XP, Vista or 7, both 32- and 64-bit operating systems. (Windows 2000 users require DirectX 9.0 for video calls).
  • Internet connection - broadband is best (GPRS is not supported for voice calls).
  • Speakers and microphone - built-in or separate.
  • For voice and video calls we recommend a computer with at least a 1GHz processor, 256 MB RAM and of course a webcam.
  • For High Definition (HD) video calls both you and the person you're talking to need Skype 4.2 for Windows or higher, plus HD webcams. You'll also need a high-speed broadband connection (Recommend sustained 1 Mbps symmetrical bandwidth or higher) and a PC with at least a 1.8 GHz processor.

Source: Skype Release Notes
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