Skype bridges the gap between and among family members and friends. It enables communication by voice and video chat with the use of the Internet. This communication is made possible by Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) technologies, which simply means being able to use the Internet to call. The service provides an alternative to the telephone.
Benefits of Skype
Here are some of the benefits offered by Skype:
Multi-platform
Easy multi-person conferencing
Availability of video chat
Can be used via a Smart Phone
Free voice calls between and among Skype subscribers
Use of real phone numbers
* File sharing capabilities
Skype versus Other Peer to Peer Software
Skype is different and in some ways, above other peer to peer software. This is because its main purpose is not really to share files but to enable different modes of communication. People who know each other can use Skype to share files, though.
If you want to save money on long-distance phone calls, you could convince family members and friends who live far to subscribe to Skype. If you are a Skype user yourself, you can have more time to talk without worrying about the phone bills.
