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Skype Shuts Down After 23 Years

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May 06, 2025 Neutral General
Skype Shuts Down After 23 Years
After more than two decades, Skype has officially ended service, prompting longtime users to migrate to Microsoft Teams or other apps. Skype once revolutionized VoIP and video calls, but competition and Microsoft’s shift in focus sealed its fate.
What this means for you:
Export key contacts or chat histories before the service becomes inaccessible.
Try out free tiers of Microsoft Teams, Zoom, or FaceTime for everyday communication.

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