Problem installing Skype- This operation cannot be completed...

I'm pretty new to all this mac stuff.
I downloaded skype, I extracted the dmg file and the skype icon attached onto the desktop, however when I try to copy this into the applications folder I get the following error:
"The operation cannot be completed because you do not have sufficient privileges for some of the items."
The weird thing is that i've had skype working but can't find anywhere to open it?
I've tried repairing permissions.
Help?

Once a .dmg (disc image) mounts on your Desktop you then need to run the Installer that's on it, or drag the application on it into your /Applications folder.
The icon in the Dock is just an alias (pointer) to the main application and should launch it with a single click.
When installing new applications you need to be logged in with root/owner permissions to write to some folders.
Skype should be sitting in your Applications folder if correctly installed ?

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