It marks the end of an era in global internet communications: after more than two decades of shaping the way people connect across the world, Microsoft has announced the retirement of Skype, effective from May 2025. The company is steering users towards its more modern collaboration suite...
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With a simple post on X, Microsoft confirmed what many in the technology industry had anticipated for years: Skype, once synonymous with internet calling, will be officially retired in May 2025, marking the end of an era that helped define early 21st-century digital communication. Users are...
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Microsoft has officially retired Skype as of May 5, 2025, marking the end of an era for the pioneering internet communication service. This strategic move is part of Microsoft's broader initiative to streamline its communication platforms by consolidating services under Microsoft Teams...
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In what some might consider a long-overdue decision, Microsoft appears to be preparing to shut down Skype, echoing trends in the communication software market as rival platforms like Discord and Microsoft Teams gain traction. This news comes from deep within the software's...
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