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1 How to install Skype Slides prepared by : Farzana Rahman 1

2 What is Skype? Computer to computer calls everywhere are FREE! For a small charge you can call from your Skype account to any phone. Rates vary by location type of phone You may find this software useful for various reasons: Discussion with group partners Discussion with TAs Even Discussion with your professor or research advisor Slides prepared by : Farzana Rahman 2

3 Things needed Skype software High speed Internet connection (384 Kbps) Webcam with Microphone Speakers Computer At least a 1GHz Processor, 512 MB RAM, 256 kb/s Recommend 2GHz CPU, 1GB RAM, 300 kb/s for HQ video Laptop/headset An operating system, best if you have Windows (2000, XP, Vista) Slides prepared by : Farzana Rahman 3

4 Skype features Calls Chats and SMS Contacts Profile Snapshots o Send Files o Conference Calls o Group Chats o Share Your Desktop

5 Let s get started Download and Install Skype Download it from the following link: Set Up A Skype Account Launch Skype Set Your Privacy Level Start Using Skype Slides prepared by : Farzana Rahman 5

6 Download and install Skype Save this.exe file to your computer Slides prepared by : Farzana Rahman 6

7 Download and install Skype Step 1 Step 3 Step 2 Slides prepared by : Farzana Rahman 7

screen You don t need the Google Toolbar!

8 Install Skype Run the Skype setup application Follow the on-screen instructions Launch the Skype welcome and login screen You don t need the Google Toolbar! Don t change the default install Options! Slides prepared by : Farzana Rahman 8

valid email Enter a secure password Forgot Your Username or

9 Set Up A Skype Account First Time User? You must pick a unique name (a nickname is good) Enter a valid Enter a secure password Forgot Your Username or Password? Follow the Forgot your Password? link Slides prepared by : Farzana Rahman 9

Skype Account You must know the email used to set

Skype will send your email a link where you can

10 Skype Account You must know the used to set up your Skype account. Skype will send your a link where you can view your Skypename or change your password. Slides prepared by : Farzana Rahman 10

every time Skype starts up Launching Skype Automatically start Skype when you

11 Skype Login Authenticating your Account Information Automatically logs in with your username and password when Skype starts OR enter username and password every time Skype starts up Launching Skype Automatically start Skype when you start your computer OR click on Skype to start it Slides prepared by : Farzana Rahman 11

12 Default View of Skype Skype Windows Contacts tab Call Area Chat text box Slides prepared by : Farzana Rahman 12

13 Privacy Issues Limit the amount of information you make available to others Protect your identity Slides prepared by : Farzana Rahman 13

14 Start Using Skype First you must add a new contact Select New Contact to begin a search for the new user Slides prepared by : Farzana Rahman 14

15 Search for a Contact You may need to ask your contact for their Skype Name Full Name Slides prepared by : Farzana Rahman 15

16 Accept New Contacts Notifications alert you to new users. If you miss notification, acknowledge new contacts using the Conversations tab. Slides prepared by : Farzana Rahman 16

17 Chat While on a call send text to another user Send a message to an offline user Send links to a user Send emoticons Type text here

18 Conference Calls Host sets up the conference call adds users ends the call No video Difficult to moderate with too many Groups you call or chat with frequently can be saved. Slides prepared by : Farzana Rahman 18

19 Skype In Education Record a conversation with a scientist Teach a lesson remotely Have a group chat with students in a lab Work in a collaborate environment Students can share projects they have been working on with others in a group Carry out online interviews with someone Slides prepared by : Farzana Rahman 19

20 Group Chat Group IM Useful in a conference call Helps small comments to be made without interrupting the flow of a conference call

21 For any troubleshooting or other issues please visit Slides prepared by : Farzana Rahman 21

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INTRODUCTION TO SKYPE FOR BUSINESS FOR MEETING. Before you set up your meeting, you will need to be signed in to Skype for Business.

INTRODUCTION TO SKYPE FOR BUSINESS FOR MEETING ORGANISERS This document is intended to help set up and use Skype for Business with a focus on teaching and learning activity. It will show you how to set