Skype is the leading VOIP-category product worldwide, with more than 23 million registered users, and more than 130,000 new users per day. Skype products for Linux, Mac OS X, Windows and Pocket PCplatforms are free and available for download at http://www.skype.com/.
Previously available in beta versions, Skype for Mac OS X and Skype for Linux software includes free Skype to Skype calling and conference calling for up to 5 participants, cross-platform communications, rich presence and personalization features, and the pre-pay SkypeOut service, allowing users to call any landline or mobile worldwide for the price of a local call.
“We encourage all Mac OS X and Linux users to experience the cost and quality gains with version 1.0 Skype software,” said Niklas Zennström, Skype CEO and co-founder. “We thank all those who downloaded the beta products as we were developing; your support has been fantastic. We will remain committed to innovation and will continue to expand platform choice.”
Skype for Mac OS X V 1.0 and Skype for Linux V 1.0 features include:
- Skype’s Global Directory – the user-built global Skype contacts directory with numerous search options and an easy add-a-contact tool
- Instant messaging