Skype is an instant messaging software that is used worldwide because it is easy to use and has a large collection of social tools and communication based features. While Skype is first and foremost an instant messaging program, it is also used for audio and video calls and may be used to conduct conference calls with an unlimited number of attendees. Skype also issues each user a unique profile and includes emoticons, signatures, and font options. Skype also allows users to play games with other Skype users and conduct file sharing operations.

 

What is Skype Video?

Skype Video is a Skype feature that allows users to have video conversations with other Skype users via each user’s webcam and microphone. It also allows conferencing options with an unlimited number of attendees and can be used on smartphones to conduct video calls from anywhere in the world. Skype Video is free and provides users with crisp, professional visual recording options.

 

How to Video Conference on Skype

In order to video conference on Skype:

1) Open a conversation with another Skype user and turn on the webcam.

2) Invite other Skype users to the conversation by clicking on their name in the Contacts list and selecting “Invite To Conversation.”

Alternatively, the user can invite multiple Skype users to the conversation by holding down the Ctrl button while selecting each contact. As each user joins the conversation, he/she can also turn on his/her webcam.