How Well Do You Know Skype?

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1. Which company bought Skype in 2011?

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Microsoft bought Skype in 2011. Microsoft's acquisition of Skype allowed them to expand their presence in the communication and video conferencing market. This acquisition provided Microsoft with a popular platform for voice and video calls, messaging, and collaboration, enhancing their product offerings and competitiveness in the technology industry.

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From free online calls to instant messaging services, affordable international calls to collaborative business solutions, and video chat to voice calls, Skype is a voice over IP (VoIP) service and telecommunications software that works on mobile devices, smartwatches, tablets, computers, and the Xbox One console to standard telephones and via... see morethe Internet. see less

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2. Skype does not operate on which platform?

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Skype does not operate on the BlackBerry platform. While Skype is available for Android, Windows, and Linux, it is not compatible with BlackBerry devices. This means that BlackBerry users cannot use Skype to make video or voice calls, send instant messages, or share files with other Skype users.

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3. Where is Skype headquarters located?

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Skype headquarters is located in Luxembourg.

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4. When was Skype first released? 

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Skype was first released in 2003.

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5. Which is these user account systems is used to charge Skype calls?   

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Skype Credit is the user account system used to charge Skype calls. It is a prepaid service that allows users to make calls to landlines and mobiles, send SMS messages, and access other Skype services. Users can purchase Skype Credit in various denominations and it is deducted from their account balance as they use the services. This system provides a convenient and flexible way for users to pay for their Skype calls and other services.

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6. Which of the following is one of the founders of the software?

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Janus Friis is one of the founders of the software.

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7. Which is one of the features of Skype?

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SkypeIn is one of the features of Skype. It allows users to have a regular phone number that can be called from any phone, making it convenient for people who do not have Skype or internet access to reach Skype users. This feature enables Skype users to receive calls from landlines and mobile phones directly on their Skype accounts.

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8. When was Skype for Business launched for the macOS platform? 

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Skype for Business was launched for the macOS platform in 2016.

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9. What are Skype GIFs called?

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Skype GIFs are called Mojis.

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10. Which company acquired Skype in 2005?

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In 2005, eBay acquired Skype. This acquisition allowed eBay to expand its services by integrating Skype's communication platform into its online marketplace. This move aimed to enhance the buying and selling experience for eBay users by providing them with a convenient way to communicate with each other. However, eBay eventually sold the majority of its stake in Skype to a group of investors in 2009, and Microsoft acquired Skype in 2011.

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Which company bought Skype in 2011?
Skype does not operate on which platform?
Where is Skype headquarters located?
When was Skype first released? 
Which is these user account systems is used to charge Skype...
Which of the following is one of the founders of the software?
Which is one of the features of Skype?
When was Skype for Business launched for the macOS platform? 
What are Skype GIFs called?
Which company acquired Skype in 2005?
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