I’m posting this mainly because I keep having to erase my computer and re-install Windows (5 times in the past 3 months). Every time that happens, it needs to re-upload all of my programs. This includes Skype; that much beloved face->phone service of travelers around the world.
Unfortunately, I really don’t like using the “Windows 8 Store” version. With the stupid Windows 8 page I have to go hunting Skype down, when I would just as soon have it pinned to my taskbar on the bottom. Plus, my computer doesn’t like telling me when someone calls me via Skype with that program.
So, I still install the version of Skype meant for your Windows Desktop:) Then I pin it to the taskbar on the bottom of my screen.
If you are interested, just go to the following url: http://www.skype.com/en/download-skype/skype-for-windows/
Deceptively Blonde 