Download Skype for Windows 10

Much like other variants, this version of Skype is perfectly safe to be used in combination with Windows 10 operating systems. It has undergone numerous tests to ensure that viruses and other malware are not present within its architecture.

This version of Skype is free to download and install within a Windows 10 operating system. All subsequent upgrades will not incur any type of fees. However, calling landlines and mobile phones will require that funds are deposited.

Once the download is completed, Skype will be installed on the C: drive within a dedicated Skype folder. For usability, an icon will also appear within the desktop. clicking on this icon activates Skype.

Navigate to the start menu within the desktop. Once here, highlight the "Settings" icon and choose "System" from the subsequent menu. Choose the "Notifications & Actions" option. Scroll down until you encounter "Get Notifications from These Senders". All Skype notifications can be deactivated from within this command.

In terms of Windows 10, developers recommend that at least 512 megabytes of RAM are available and that the user possesses DirectX version 9.0 or later. Additionally, a processing speed of at least 1 GHz is necessary in order for Skype to function properly.

It is possible to download a version of Skype for Windows 10 that has been designed to be used with smartphones. However, please keep in mind that this variant will only work with smartphone systems that already have Windows 10 installed.

It is possible to include other users within a call by clicking on multiple contacts once an initial call has been made. The green handset button will display "Call Group". All selected members will be called simultaneously.

There have been many changes in recent times. Some of the latest updates include the addition of in-call emoticons, the ability to chat with others without requesting them as friends and a more streamlined notification panel.

Historically speaking, Skype tends to be updated every few months. However, there can also be times when more than one update occurs within less than a four-week period. This will depend upon any pertinent changes that have been made.

This is a possibility. Once the user has logged out of his or her account, it is necessary to search for the "classic" Skype for Windows within the C: drive. Once this previous version is opened, the user will automatically be logged out of the newer Skype account. However, they can also sign back in whenever desired.