Microsoft is discontinuing Skype in May after 22 years of service. Kurt the CyberGuy addresses other options for internet-based phone and video service.

Skype, the once-revolutionary voice-over internet platform, will cease to exist. Those still using it to make calls should check out these other options.

Skype was created in 2003 by Niklas Zennström and Janus Friis as a service to make calls over the internet. Over the years, it evolved into a free video call service and messaging application.

As a goodwill gesture, Skype customers' subscriptions will be extended even if they were unaffected by the two-day outage of the VoIP service Skype is offering a week of free service to paying ...

How to record Skype calls on Android and iPhone Like on a desktop, you can record calls on Skype on your mobile devices using the web and mobile apps. We use the iPhone app to demonstrate the steps.

If you're traveling abroad, you might be concerned with how to do international calling. These apps let you to make calls for free on your mobile device.

Say goodbye to Skype! Microsoft is ending support in May 2025. Here’s why it’s shutting down, what it means for you, and where to take your calls next.

Summary Microsoft will begin shutting down Skype in May this year. Microsoft is suggesting Skype users should switch over to Microsoft Teams.