Skype 1.4 For Linux Released

Posted by Michael Larabel on October 04, 2007

Not only did Fedora 8 Test 3 and OpenSuSE 10.3 hit the web today, but so did Skype 1.4. Skype 1.4 for Linux lays the framework and a "solid foundation" for what Skype engineers are looking to build upon in future releases. Skype 1.4 also features a new user interface to offer a simplified experience. Other features for this VoIP program include streamlined file-transfer manager, birthday reminders, and call forwarding. Find out more about the release in this Skype announcement.

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