Can you please tell me is it worth while? And if it is OK what are the advantages/disadvantages of having it? I don't have speakers for my computer nor a microphone, will I have to get one if I do get Skyp? Thank you to all who reply.
2007-03-08 03:51:06 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Computers & Internet ➔ Internet
Skype is used for IP telephony. If you do not have speakers or a microphone than it is of no use for you. It is for someone that wants to make telephone calls using their computer instead of their standard land-line telephone.
2007-03-08 03:53:39 · answer #1 · answered by phoenix_61_98 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Skype is a very interesting internet communication system.
You can use it as a text chat system - like AIM or Yahoo Messenger, but that doesn't even come close to its capabilities.
If you have a way to get sound into and out of your computer, such as with a headset or with speakers and a microphone, you can talk to people around the world. If you're willing to pay a small annual fee, you can also use skype to call their regular telephones.
In addition, you can now use skype without a computer - all you need is a wireless network connected to the internet. There are now Skype handsets available that work a lot like regular phones.
2007-03-08 12:18:09 · answer #2 · answered by Egghead 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ive got to agree with everyone here, Skype is amazing. you dont need to get speakers or a mic, but then you cant make calls which kills half the fun, you can still have text conversations like AIM though. it's a free download and PC to PC calls are free. the webcam feature is also nice. even if you dont get speakers (headphones should work there anyway and a mic shouldnt cost much) if someone you know says you should get then they'll be on and you can at least text each other
2007-03-08 12:00:20 · answer #3 · answered by Rei Deus 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
eYou will need speakers and a mic. I have used Skype for some time and found it very interesting. You can also connect a camera and have two way visual conversations.
Don't like the fact that someone has TOLD you to get Skype!
2007-03-08 11:55:46 · answer #4 · answered by MANCHESTER UK 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Skype is great.Especially if you have friends/family abroad.You will have to have a microphone and headphones though,and a web cam is always a bonus.I speak to my brother in Australia on skype,its free so better than phone calls.
2007-03-08 11:54:35 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi.. i have skype and you do need a mic or headset.. but you might have built in speakers like my brother i have lots of friends and family on it and i can talk for FREE ALL DAY & NIGHT.. get it as its FREE!!!!
2007-03-08 12:08:31 · answer #6 · answered by dinnerbuddy4 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
skype is FANTASTIC if you plan on using it for more then just PC to PC conversation . i use it all day long to make land line calls . for 29.95 a year it's CHEAP ( i got it for 14.95 back in January) and the call quality is excellent
2007-03-08 11:55:36 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I suggest yahoo messenger 8.1.Its both free and worthy.If u dont have speakers why u want skype
2007-03-08 12:00:51 · answer #8 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
don't bother usless your got a business or freinds abraord then they are free if you call a land line you are charged
2007-03-08 12:00:38 · answer #9 · answered by vwd2007 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋