
Minimum System Requirementsįor you to be able to use Skype software after you install it, your computer must meet the minimum system requirements shown in Table 3-1. Some people claim that the inexpensive headsets work as well as the more expensive ones on PCs. Headsets, microphones/speakers, and USB handsets are available at computer retailers most office-supply stores and many online retailers, including the Skype Accessories Store ( And although you don't need an expensive headset to get good sound quality, getting one with a built-in microphone will make a big difference in your Skype experience. You can install and use Skype with a dial-up connection over the traditional telephone network, however, as long as you are not uploading or downloading other data at the same time. Now share that link as you would any other-via email, Facebook, Twitter, SMS, WhatsApp, etc.To get the best sound quality and take advantage of the advanced features in Skype, you need a reasonably fast computer, a way to hear and speak (headset, handset, or set of speakers and a microphone), and a broadband connection to the Internet (DSL, cable, or broadband cellular wireless). You can either copy the link in the left-hand panel or from the big blue box in the main part of the screen. To get other people to join, you have to share the unique web address created for your conversation.

When everything is ready, a Skype for Web conversation window appears. Once that’s done, you’ll eventually see a Skype loading screen as Microsoft prepares the account-free conversation. Once your name is entered, click the Start a conversation button again.

Just don’t sweat it if you’d rather use a pseudonym. I wouldn’t necessarily count on Skype as a way to have a sensitive, anonymous conversation.

Since this is not tied to an account you can use any name you like. Pick the username you’d like to use for the conversation.Ĭlick that and a small window will pop up asking you to enter your name. When you land on the webpage you’ll see a button labeled Start a conversation. Since this is a web-based service, you start on.
