new convert to skype
got skype?
i just started using the computer voip service called "skype" a few days ago thanks to a friend i have in kigali, rwanda named georges.
now i am hooked.
it's a great little service to chat online as well as make computer phone calls skype user to skype user (for free). i liked it so much i even sprung for $30 for a year of unlimited land line calls (us and canada). just the ability to call people and not have to hold a phone to your ear at home was worth it. my coverage with sprintpcs in my house is horrible, so the cell was not a great option at home either.
this fits the bill very well. i even bought a usb headset to use when i don't want to bother others in our office. i am using the new 2.7 beta for mac and it mostly works as advertised. a few rough edges with the address book that hopefully will be fixed soon.
oh, how can i forget...video chat! today i called a co-worker a few times that has a new hp laptop with a built-in cam and we could see each other fine. my imac has a built-in cam as well, so when i am home i can do the video chat.
this works great for me since i work from home 3 days a week. if only i could get my boss darren to download it now!
my skype name is bufordgush, btw.
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