Still requires a plugin
Microsoft introduced a beta version of the Skype for Web app back in November, giving a small number of testers the ability to make voice over IP (VOIP) calls from within the comforts of their browsers. While still in beta (and far from a true web app), the solution is apparently now mature enough to withstand wider public scrutiny.
The Skype for Web beta is now open to everyone in the U.S. and UK, the Redmond-based company announced Friday. This means anyone living in these countries can experience the browser-based Skype experience by simply logging into Skype.com from a supported desktop browser (Internet Explorer, Chrome, Safari or Firefox).
You will, however, need to download a small browser plugin in order to get started. Seeing as this requirement sort of defeats the entire purpose of having a web-based Skype app, Microsoft is working on a WebRTC-based implementation that will require no downloads or installs on the user's part.
“Skype for Web is perfect if you normally use Skype on your mobile, but want to quickly get to your calls and IMs on a bigger screen. Or perhaps you’re sitting at a Windows or Mac computer in an internet café or hotel that doesn’t already have Skype downloaded. If you’re in the US or UK and are using a computer, take a moment to give Skype for Web a try. Just go to Skype.com and join or sign in with your Skype ID and password,” wrote Jonathan Watson, senior product marketing manager at Skype, in a blog post.
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