Windows 7 computers will pre-install Skype

Microsoft has just released a software package to help personal computer manufacturers automate the installation of Skype on new computers.

Skype is about to reach 250 million users

This OEM Preinstallation Kit (OPK) is used to install the Skype 5.8 application on a Windows 7 operating system that is about to ship, although the latest version is currently 5.9.

Previously suppliers could also install Skype on computers, but OPK simplified the process.

On the Microsoft website, it is clear that this provided Skype application allows users of laptops and desktops to make video and non-video calls, exchange instant messages, and conversations. group videos, call mobile and fixed numbers with competitive rates .

Since October 2012, Microsoft has completed a contract to buy Skype for $ 8.5 billion. After purchasing Skype, Microsoft promises to integrate this voice over Internet protocol (VoIP) service into products such as Windows 8, Windows Phone 8, Xbox and Lync. However, these plans have not been implemented yet.

According to The New York Times, in the last 7 months, Skype users have increased by 26% and are about to reach 250 million people. In the first quarter of 2012, Skype users have spoken 100 billion minutes, up 40% over the same period last year.