Windows 8.1: No Download of the Skype Software is necessary
If you are using Windows 8.1 as the operating system, is a Download Skype-to-Skype is necessary. In older versions of the operating system, as well as on Linux and Mac OS you need to Skype download.
- You can find the Skype App as a tile on the start screen of Windows 8.1.
- After you have logged in once, the connection remains active even if you close the App. So, you are always there for your Skype contacts are accessible.
- In Windows 8 you can use Skype as an App on the Windows Store, refer.
Skype for Windows 8.1
Windows 7 and XP - no Skype possible
In the case of Windows 7 and XP, there is Skype not pre-installed. Until a few months ago you could, however, imo.in the on the Web Skype. The is now no longer possible unfortunately.
Tip: With Web-ICQ you can without the Software-Download with your friends over ICQ chat. More information can be found in the best Skype Alternatives.
